Walter Hardisty Dahlia – A snow-white showpiece with timeless elegance. With its massive, snowy-white blooms and outstanding form, Walter Hardisty has earned a place in the dahlia hall of fame. This giant informal decorative variety produces 11"–12" flowers with lush, loosely arranged petals and a soft buttercream center that adds just a whisper of warmth to the pure white display. A prolific bloomer for its size, it graces the garden with grace and grandeur. Introduced in 1975,
Walter Hardisty remains a top exhibition choice, renowned for its excellent stems, ideal texture, and show-winning symmetry. At 4' tall, the plant is compact enough to manage yet powerful enough to hold its giant blooms proudly upright. Whether you’re heading to a flower show or building a serene white garden, this dahlia brings classic refinement in a big, beautiful way.
Key Characteristics
❄️ Color: Snow white with a soft yellow center
📏 Bloom Size: 11"–12" (AA-size)
🌀 Bloom Style: Informal Decorative
⏳ Bloom Time: Late (120 days)
🌿 Plant Height: 4' (may reach up to 6.5' in ideal conditions)
🎖️ Introduced: 1975
🏆 Exhibition Quality: Yes
✂️ Excellent Cut Flower: No
Garden Appeal
• Legendary exhibition variety with decades of awards
• Large, glowing blooms bring drama to white gardens
• Sturdy stems support massive flowers with ease
• A must-grow for collectors and show growers alike
Walter Hardisty Dahlia (Bloom Size AA/Informal Decorative)
Dahlia tubers (and any items included in the same order) will ship between March and early June 2026, based on your location and when your order was placed.
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