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Mystic Illusion Dahlia

Proven Winners

$26.99
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$26.99
This product does not ship to: Idaho
  • Light Requirement is Full Sun
  • Height 18-36 Inches
  • Width 12-16 Inches
  • Use as a filler when using in containers
  • Yellow star shaped flowers with bronze foliage!
  • Growing Zones 8 - 11

This dahlia is a knockout! Dainty lemon yellow to dark yellow star shaped flowers dance above dramatic dark bronze/almost black foliage creating drama wherever you plant it. In your landscape or in a container Mystic Illusion is sure to please! Companion plant with lush green foliage and taller background plantings for a garden that will be the envy of your neighbors. Butterflies enjoy the flowers and will be frequent visitors to your garden.

Mystic Illusion has a mounding habit and tops out at 36 inches tall and 16 inches wide and is a perennial in Zones 8a through 11b. In Zones 3 through 7, plant out after the danger of the last frost and lift the tubers in the fall after frost kills the plant. Let the tubers dry, brush off the dirt and pack in newspaper or peat moss. Store in a dark cool area between 35 to 45 degrees but do not let freeze.

Mystic Illusion Dahlia Care

Dahlias enjoy full sun and good draining average soil. Fertilizing regularly with a low nitrogen fertilizer like a 5-10-10 or a 10-20-20 will result in vigorous growth and flowering.If you have heavy clay soil, consider amending the soil with aged manure or coarse sand. Dahlias prefer a pH level of 6.5 to 7.0.

Once tubers are planted resist watering them after the initial time until they have sprouted as the tuber will rot with too much watering. Deadheading will encourage plants to keep producing beautiful blooms all summer long.

Mystic Illusion Dahlia Spacing

Space plants 12 to 16 inches apart to allow plants to fill out. Unlike some dahlias, Mystic Illusion is resistant to powdery mildew but can be damaged by thrips, spider mites or slugs/snails. Signs of an infestation are dry curled up leaves or spots on leaves. Appropriate products can be purchased from your local hardware store to safely address these pests. With moderate care and attention from you, Mystic Illusion Dahlias will continue to amaze and delight you year after year.

Mystic Illusion Dahlia Information

USDA Hardiness Zones: 8-11
Flower Color(s): Yellow
Bloom Period: Planting To Frost
Foliage Color(s) Purple
Foliage Description: Black/Purple
Light Exposure: Full Sun
Height Class: Medium
Height: 18-36 Inches
Spread: 12-16 Inches
Spacing: 12-16 Inches
Habit: Mounded
Watering: Average
Drought Tolerant: No
Attracts: Butterflies
Container Role: Filler
Use Types: Combinations, Container, Landscape
Features: Pollinator Attractor
Maintenance: Moderate
Scientific Name: Dahlia hybrid 'Knockout' USPP 18,339
Common Name: Mystic Illusion Dahlia
Other Name(s):
Plant Type: Annual
Brand: Proven Winners
SKU:
DAHMIQT

Container Sizes

Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.

4.5 Pot

4.5" Pot
 Also Know As:
   4.5" Container

 Plant Age:
   ~ 6 months
 Plant Size:
   ~ 3"-6"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
 Volume:
   1.42 quarts

Quart Pot

Quart Pot
 Also Know As:
   Quart

 Plant Age:
   ~ 6 months - 1 year
 Plant Size:
   ~ 4"-8"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
 Volume:
   1.50 quarts

2.5 Quart

2.5 Quart
 Also Know As:
   2.5 Quart Pot

 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 2 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 8"-12"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
 Volume:
   2.20-2.30 quarts

#1 Pot

#1 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #1 Container
    1 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 2 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 10"-14"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 7"H x 7.75"W
 Volume:
   2.26-3.73 quarts

#2 Pot

#2 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #2 Container
    2 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 3 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 12"-18"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
 Volume:
   1.19-1.76 gallons

#3 Pot

#3 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #3 Container
    3 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 2 - 4 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 12"-30"
 Pot Size:
   ~9.5"H x 11"W
 Volume:
   2.32-2.76 gallons


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Plant Addict Guarantee (Included On All Plant Orders)

Plant Addicts guarantees your plant(s) will arrive happy and healthy, but the plant(s) are being shipped through the mail and accidents happen. If the plant is dead, has dried out roots or the incorrect item was shipped just notify Plant Addicts within 3 days upon delivery. We may ask for pictures but will try to make it as easy as possible for you. Please note plant(s) with damaged branches or wilted leaves will not qualify for this guarantee. Plants are very resilient and will rebound quickly when cared for correctly.

For information on how to care for you new plant please check out our guide. Guide: How to Care for Your New Plant(s)

Plant Addicts Warranty - 1 Year (Extra Purchase Required)

We encourage all plant lovers to purchase the Plant Addicts Warranty whether you’re new or an expert. There are many variables outside our control and yours that can cause the demise of your plant(s). Examples would be hungry animals, drought, poor soil conditions, over watering, disease, insects & many other factors. The Plant Addicts Warranty is a 1 year warranty protecting you from all the unknowns and will replace your plant if it moves on to the plant afterlife.

The warranty is purchased on a per plant basis and must be purchased at the same time as the plant purchase. We will cover 100% of the price of the plant but the warranty does not cover shipping cost. Simply let us know if your plant has died within one year of receiving it and we’ll get you a new one shipped out. We may ask for photos for documentation purposes but again we’ll try to make it as easy as possible.

For more information, please go to our Shipping & Returns page at the bottom of the website.

Guide: How to Care for Your New Plant(s)

Planter Shipping

Standard Colors: 2-3 business days

Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice

Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations

Plant Shipping

Time of Order:

Summer Shipping

  • If there is extreme heat we’ll delay shipping.  
    • We’ll have to review what areas the plants are traveling through along with your location


Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an email with tracking information. Depending on the above criteria we’ll ship your plant(s) towards beginning of the following week from your order. We put together this helpful guide of what to do when you receive your plants in the mail.

It is important to know that all of our plants are clearly labeled for which growing zones the plant can survive in. The plants are thoroughly trialed and tested in every growing zone before we state the plant can grow in a zone. Again, our #1 priority is to ship the plants to you healthy and ready to thrive in your location. So we will do everything in our power to do so.

3 Reviews - Mystic Illusion Dahlia Show Reviews

  • 5
    Mystic Illusion...

    Posted by William Band on May 12, 2023

    Mystic Illusion Dahlia

  • 5
    Mystic

    Posted by Rose Garchow on May 16, 2022

    My plants arrived in perfect condition. Thanks for caring.

  • 4
    hardy plant

    Posted by Michelle Miller on Dec 29, 2021

    It's a very hardy plant. I had one in my garden that survived even through we had a particularly cold winter where we live.