Gladiator Dahlia-Big, bold, and built to impress—Gladiator is a true titan of the dinnerplate class. Its colossal 12" blooms blaze in rich orange, with golden-yellow tones glowing deep in the center for a fiery, sun-drenched effect. Disbudded, these blooms can reach an astonishing 14" across, making this variety a serious contender in the show ring and an unforgettable presence in the garden. Introduced in 2004.
Gladiator grows to a towering 5' and produces an impressive number of blooms for a giant variety. Like most dinnerplates, it benefits from staking, but rewards your care with an abundance of striking flowers worthy of their name.
Key Characteristics
🌸 Color: Red-orange with yellow undertones
📏 Bloom Size: 12" (up to 14" when disbudded)
🔘 Classification: Over 10" Blooms (AA)
🎨 Bloom Style: Informal Decorative
⏳ Bloom Time: Late (120 days)
🌿 Plant Height: 5'
📅 Year Introduced: 2004
✂️ Excellent Cut Flower: No
🏆 Exhibition: Yes
Garden Appeal
• Enormous blooms with fiery orange-gold tones
• Heavy bloomer for a dinnerplate—great garden performance
• A true show variety with exceptional size and form
• Tall, statuesque plants make a dramatic statement
• Perfect for growers looking to add scale, color, and wow-factor
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