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Honka

The variety that makes every other dahlia look ordinary.

Honka Fragile dahlia bloom (Honka series)

Agnieszka Kwiecien, Nova / Wikimedia Commons / CC BY-SA 4.0

Stellar · 5–7"YellowNetherlands

Eight narrow petals radiate from a golden disc like a star caught mid-spin. This RHS Award of Garden Merit winner keeps producing all season, flush after flush, without fuss. Gardeners grow it for the form.

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Availability & pricing

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Specifications

Physical

Form
Stellar
Bloom class
B6–8"
Bloom size
5–7"(12.7–17.8 cm)
Plant height
30–36"

Color

Color
Yellow
Pattern
Solid
Tags
yellowstellarstarspikyunique form

Growing context

Flowering season
Mid season
Cut flower
✓ Yes
Stem length
18"

Provenance

Netherlands
Country of origin

Awards & Recognition

  • ★RHS Award of Garden Merit

Growing Honka

Very distinctive flower form — unlike any other dahlia.

Spacing
Space roughly 2–3 ft apart
Staking
Staking recommended once buds set

Frequently asked questions

How tall does Honka dahlia grow?

Honka reaches 30–36" at maturity, so plan to stake plants early to keep heavy blooms upright.

When does Honka dahlia bloom?

Honka is a midseason bloomer, in flower from midsummer through first frost.

Is Honka dahlia good for cut flowers?

Yes — Honka is well suited for cutting. Stems typically reach about 18″.

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