La Luna
A sport of Harvest Moonlight with moonlit yellow blooms on tall, strong stems
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Informal Decorative · 9–11"YellowSwan Island Dahlias (2012)United States
La Luna was bred in United States by Swan Island Dahlias in 2012. La Luna is a sport of Harvest Moonlight, bred by Swan Island Dahlias and introduced around 2012. It produces giant, fully double blooms in soft, creamy yellow with bright yellow splashes and occasional golden streaks, giving each flower a glowing, luminous quality. La Luna is an informal decorative dahlia that opens 9–11" blooms in yellow.
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Specifications
Physical
- Form
- Informal Decorative
- Bloom class
- AAover 10"
- Bloom size
- 9–11"(22.9–27.9 cm)
- Plant height
- 42–54"
Color
- Color
- Yellow
- Pattern
- Light Blend
- Tags
- pale yellowcreamy yellowlemon yellowyellowsoft yellowgolden yellow
Growing context
- Cut flower
- ✓ Yes
Provenance
- 2012
- United States
- Breeder
- Swan Island Dahlias
Grower Profile
Difficulty
Ideal for
Growing La Luna
Plant tubers after the last frost date in full sun and well-drained soil, with the crown two to four inches deep. Stake early, as stems grow tall and benefit from support before they lean. Pinch the growing tip once plants reach twelve inches to encourage branching and a heavier bloom load. Water deeply and consistently, and feed with a low-nitrogen fertilizer once buds form. Deadhead spent blooms regularly to keep new flowers coming through the season.
- Spacing
- Space roughly 2–3 ft apart
- Staking
- Stake early — stems carry heavy blooms and lean in wind
Frequently asked questions
How tall does La Luna dahlia grow?
La Luna reaches 42–54" at maturity, so plan to stake plants early to keep heavy blooms upright.
Is La Luna dahlia good for cut flowers?
Yes — La Luna is well suited for cutting.
Is La Luna a good dahlia for beginners?
La Luna is rated beginner-friendly — reliable in typical garden conditions without specialized care.
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