Hollyhill Dragonfire Dahlia-Blazing with color and personality, Hollyhill Dragonfire lives up to its fierce name with wild, unpredictable beauty. This medium-sized semi-cactus dahlia burns bright in fiery streaks of gold, orange, and red—each bloom a flame-tipped masterpiece. With petals that twist and curl into a sharp, spiky silhouette, the form is as intense as the color. Some flowers emerge with bold stripes and spots, others may be half-and-half, or even fully red as the season progresses. No two are ever exactly the same.
Grown on a tall, vigorous plant (reports range from 4' to a towering 7'), Dragonfire is known for its garden dominance and heavy flower production. It's a true "beast" in the best way—bushy, bold, and packed with blooms. Long, strong stems make it excellent for cutting, while its award-winning form has dazzled judges and captured hearts on the show bench, earning multiple “Best Variegated” ribbons and even a “People’s Choice” title.
Key Characteristics
🌸 Color: Variegated yellow, orange, and red with streaks and spots
📏 Bloom Size: 6"–8" (Medium, B-size)
🔘 Classification: 6"–8" Blooms (B)
🌀 Bloom Style: Semi-Cactus
⏳ Bloom Time: Average (90 days)
🌿 Plant Height: 4'–7' (vigorous grower)
🌱 Hybridizer: Ted & Margaret Kennedy (Hollyhill Dahlias)
🏆 Exhibition Quality: Yes – multiple show and “People’s Choice” awards
✂️ Excellent Cut Flower: Yes
🧄 Tuber Production: High
Garden Appeal
• Vivid, flame-like blooms that change with the season
• Spiny, semi-cactus petals for a fierce and dynamic silhouette
• A commanding, tall grower that fills the garden with fire
• Award-winning form beloved by both judges and garden visitors
• Excellent for cutting, showing, or simply stealing the spotlight
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