Moonfire
Fiery open-centered blooms rising above rich bronze foliage.
Also known as: Sunshine
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Single · 3–3.5"Orange1993Netherlands
Warm orange petals flare outward with buttery yellow tips and a deep bronze-red halo around the golden disc. Dark chocolate-bronze foliage provides dramatic contrast, making each bloom glow like a small sunset against the canopy. A compact border performer and reliable pollinator magnet across the season. It is a 1993 Netherlands introduction.
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Specifications
Physical
- Form
- Single
- Bloom class
- Munder 4"
- Bloom size
- 3–3.5"(7.6–8.9 cm)
- Plant height
- 24–30"
Color
- Color
- Orange/Yellow
- Pattern
- Bicolor
- Tags
- orangeyellowbronze-foliagebicolorwarm
Growing context
- Flowering season
- Mid season
- Cut flower
- ✓ Yes
- Stem length
- 12"
Provenance
- 1993
- Netherlands
- Introducer
- Bridgemere Garden Centre
Awards & Recognition
- ★RHS Award of Garden Merit
Grower Profile
Difficulty
Ideal for
Growing Moonfire
Plant in full sun after frost for the richest foliage coloring and strongest petal contrast. Space compact growth closely for a bedding drift, or use as a front-of-border accent. Deadhead spent flowers to extend flowering into autumn, and lift tubers once foliage blackens.
- Spacing
- Space about 18–24 in apart
- Staking
- Compact enough that most growers skip staking
Frequently asked questions
How tall does Moonfire dahlia grow?
Moonfire reaches 24–30" at maturity — compact enough that most growers skip staking.
When does Moonfire dahlia bloom?
Moonfire is a midseason bloomer, in flower from midsummer through first frost.
Is Moonfire dahlia good for cut flowers?
Yes — Moonfire is well suited for cutting. Stems typically reach about 12″.
Is Moonfire a good dahlia for beginners?
Moonfire is rated beginner-friendly — reliable in typical garden conditions without specialized care.
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