Emperor Dahlia Ge Exc consider starting your plants in

consider starting your plants in pots indoors and moving them outside as spring arrives

Perfect in a sunny perennial border

its 3½–4½" flowers carry 25–35 petals in soft

as long as they are rich in organic matter

Its creamy white blooms feature a pink border that becomes increasingly visible from one day to the next

Emperor Dahlia Ge Exc consider starting your plants inVelvety, lavender purple blooms up to 6"across have spiky petals and no central disc. Strong, tall stems impress in the garden and bouquets. Butterflies cannot resist the draw of these majestic flowers. Emperor is a perfect companion for any white, lavender or light pink summertime perennials.