Dahlia 'Ball Cornel'

Ball Cornel is one of those dahlias you just can't help but love.  The intense red blooms are borne on top of 18" of rich green foliage.  This shorter stature makes it a superb dahlia for the landscape whether in mass plantings or just adding a few to the border.  In our trials it never flopped nor did it need staking.  Also, it bloomed from July until frost without deadheading.  If we were giving an award for bedding this dahlia would win top prize!
Mature Plant Size: 18" Tall , 16" Spread  
Bloom Time: From planting and up until frost (if appicable)
Light Exposure: Full Sun, Partial Shade (a good choice in the south)
Soil Type/pH: Well-drained/6.0-7.5 
Hardiness Degree: 34° Fahrenheit
Fertilizer & Water: Incorporate compost or an all-purpose granular feed into soil prior to planting.  Feed every two weeks with an all-purpose liquid feed only if the growth is slow.  Water sparingly until established (about two weeks) and then keep evenly moist.
Offer Size:  1 Bareroot Division