Dahlia 'Helena Rutherfurd Ely'
Dahlia 'Helena Rutherfurd Ely'
An exquisite informal decorative dahlia in hues of deep yellow to bronze on sturdy stems. An excellent variety for (big) cut flowers. Named for the creator of the gardens at Meadowburn Farm; gardener, writer, and founding member of the Garden Club of America.
Type: informal decorative, dinner plate
Bloom size: 8″-10″
Plant height: 8′
Bloom time: July – October
This is a Meadowburn Heirloom Dahlia. The Meadowburn Collection consists of seven dahlia varieties that have been growing in the gardens at Meadowburn Farm since Helena Rutherfurd Ely’s era. For over 100 years, these same dahlias have been planted, dug, stored, and divided in the same way by the Meadowburn gardeners.
Dahlias are tuberous rooted perennials native to Mexico and Central America, and can be grown as perennials in zones 8b and above if conditions allow. In zones 7 and below, dahlia tubers must be dug and stored for the winter. Dahlias perform best in a location with full sun and good drainage. Review our dahlia care guide for more tips on growing dahlias in your garden.
All dahlia tubers will be shipped via USPS in late April/early May unless otherwise requested.
Prices shown are for 1 tuber.
