Bryn Terfel
Red petals that flash silver every time the wind turns them over.

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Informal Decorative Β· 10β15"RedK. Sherlock (2006)
Red petals open and then twist, flashing a pale gold reverse every time the wind moves. Named for the Welsh bass-baritone, it carries the same operatic weight in the garden: one plant commands a whole border. Exhibition growers in the UK and US keep it in rotation because judges still stop walking when they pass it. It was introduced by K. Sherlock in 2006.
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Specifications
Physical
- Form
- Informal Decorative
- Bloom class
- AAover 10"
- Bloom size
- 10β15"(25.4β38.1 cm)
- Plant height
- 42β59"
Color
- Color
- Red/Yellow
- Pattern
- Variegated
- Tags
- redscarletcrimsongold reversetwo-toneexhibition red
Growing context
- Flowering season
- Late season
- Cut flower
- β Yes
- Exhibition
- β Yes
- Stem length
- 24"
Provenance
- 2006
- Breeder
- K. Sherlock
Grower Profile
Difficulty
Ideal for
Growing Bryn Terfel
Stake at planting time, because tall stems loaded with heavy heads will snap in a single storm. Pinch the growing tip once you see four leaf pairs to force side shoots, and disbud side buds to push energy into a single terminal bloom. Watch for powdery mildew on the lower leaves late in the season, and feed through mid-summer to keep the flower count up.
- Spacing
- Space roughly 2β3 ft apart
- Staking
- Stake early β stems carry heavy blooms and lean in wind
Frequently asked questions
How tall does Bryn Terfel dahlia grow?
Bryn Terfel reaches 42β59" at maturity, so plan to stake plants early to keep heavy blooms upright.
When does Bryn Terfel dahlia bloom?
Bryn Terfel is a late bloomer, starting in late summer and continuing until first frost.
Is Bryn Terfel dahlia good for cut flowers?
Yes β Bryn Terfel is well suited for cutting, with approximately 5-day vase life. Stems typically reach about 24β³.
Is Bryn Terfel hard to grow?
Bryn Terfel is rated challenging β it rewards experienced growers with patience and more attention to staking, feeding, and pest pressure than the average variety.
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