Dahlia merckii (Species Dahlia)

Family:  Asteraceae
Zone: 7 - 10
Natural Range: Mexico
Soil: Average to moist, humus rich
Light: Sun, part sun
Height: 5'
Bloom Time: August to frost
Attributes: Deciduous.  New emerging attractive pinnate foliage on semi-woody stems.  Lavender pink to magenta flowers.
Notes:  A very pretty Dahlia with small single flowers.  Mulch the base well with leaves in the fall.

Pot Size:  Large Band Pot