Professional Growing Information I love these plants. But despite the label all 3 that I purchased this year have powdery mildew. I brought 2 from the nursery in my area, loved them so much I went back a few weeks later and brought one more. I have not even planted the 3rd one yet because I'm not sure it will survive.
Mystic Illusion Dahlia hybrid
Exposure
- Sun
Flower Season
- Spring
- Summer
Mature Size
Height: 18" - 3'
Spread: 12" - 16"
Height: 46cm - 91cm
Spread: 30cm - 41cm
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Details
18 - 36 Inches12 - 16 Inches12 - 16 Inches46cm - 91cm30cm - 41cm30cm - 41cmFeatures
Showy star-shaped flowers appear to jump off the dark foliage
Award WinnerHeat TolerantAttracts:ButterfliesCharacteristics
Plant Type:AnnualHeight Category:MediumGarden Height:18 - 36 Inches 46cm - 91cmSpacing:12 - 16 Inches 30cm - 41cmSpread:12 - 16 Inches 30cm - 41cmFlower Colors:YellowFlower Shade:YellowFoliage Colors:PurpleFoliage Shade:Black/PurpleHabit:MoundedContainer Role:FillerPlant Needs
Light Requirement:SunThe optimum amount of sun or shade each plant needs to thrive: Full Sun (6+ hours), Part Sun (4-6 hours), Full Shade (up to 4 hours).
Maintenance Category:ModerateBloom Time:Planting To FrostHardiness Zones:8a, 8b, 9a, 9b, 10a, 10b, 11a, 11bWater Category:AverageSoil Fertility Requirement:Average SoilUses:ContainerUses:LandscapeUses Notes:Use in mixed combinations, landscapes and beds
Maintenance Notes:Dahlias form tubers and these tubers can be stored for replanting in the spring. To dig and store tubers follow these directions. First, allow frost to kill the top of the plant then cut back the stems and dig the tubers. Wash off any soil and then allow the tubers to dry. Wrap dry tubers in newspapers or pack them in peat moss. Label each tuber or group of tubers so you know what they are come spring. Store tubers in a dark, cool (35 to 45 F) place. Do not allow tubers to freeze. Deadheading will encourage additional blooming.
Mystic Illusion is an absolute rock star in the landscape. Its lemon yellow blooms pop against the dark foliage, creating quite a show even when viewed from a distance. The plants are quite resistant to powdery mildew, making them easier for you to manage. Standing 18-36” tall, they also make fantastic thrillers in combination containers.
Fine Gardening Magazine Trial Garden Recommendation.
The Man behind the Mystic
Dr. Keith Hammett is New Zealand's leading professional breeder of ornamental plants. He originally studied botany at the University of Southampton in the United Kingdom and followed with a PhD in plant pathology. Despite a scientific background and long research history, he sees the creation of ornamental plants as an art form comparable to other areas of aesthetic activity.
Dr. Hammett's dahlias have won top awards at the Royal Horticultural Society's trials and were featrued in the Chelsea Flower Show. His dahlias are renowned for their bright, vibrant flowers with dark central discs, and dark bronze to black foliage. His work represents a change in breeding direction for dahlias, which occurred when Dr. Hammett bred with species of dahlia not previoiusly used. Dr. Hammett was recently awarded the Reginald Cory Cup by RHS for his pioneering work with dahlias.
Mystic Illusion Dahlia hybrid 'Knockout' USPP 18,339 -
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26 Awards
