Orange Emperor Dahlia Tubers

• Variety: Orange Emperor
• Type: Single
• Colour: Rich orange with a visible central disc
• Flower size: 10cm across
• Height: 100cm
• Spread: 50cm
• Flowering: July to November
• Cutting: Yes. Strong stems
• RHS AGM: No
• Sold as: Single tubers, hand-graded, Dutch first-class quality
• Plant outdoors: March to July, when soil reaches 15°C (typically May in most of the UK)
• Delivered: From March. Collection from Castle Cary also available

Orange Emperor: A Single Dahlia for Pollinators and Cutting

Orange Emperor is a single dahlia, which means one ring of broad orange petals around an open, visible central disc. It's the simplest dahlia form and, like all singles, one of the best for pollinators. Bees and hoverflies can reach the nectar easily, which they can't do on fully double types where petals cover the centre.

At 100cm with strong stems and 10cm flowers, it's a practical border plant that doubles as a cut flower. The rich orange colour and open form give it a natural, wildflower quality that suits cottage gardens and prairie-style planting as well as formal borders.

Where to Plant Orange Emperor

The rich orange works in hot schemes and pollinator borders. Plant alongside Bishop of Llandaff (scarlet single, dark foliage) for two pollinator-friendly dahlias in warm colours. Pooh (red and yellow collarette, open centre) continues the wildlife-friendly theme. Helenium and Echinacea are natural companions for a pollinator border.

Why Ashridge?

Our dahlia tubers are Dutch first-class quality, imported direct and hand-graded. We discard undersized tubers so you get a clump with viable eyes, ready to grow. Delivered by next-day courier from March, with our one-year plant guarantee, Feefo Platinum Service Award, and real people on the phone in Somerset. Browse the complete dahlia collection.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Orange Emperor good for bees?

Excellent. Single dahlias are the best dahlia type for pollinators because the open centre gives bees direct access to nectar and pollen. Fully double dahlias block this access with extra petals.

Will Orange Emperor grow in a pot?

At 100cm it's manageable in a large container with staking. Our pots guide covers container growing.

What's a single dahlia?

A dahlia with one ring of petals around an open centre, showing the stamens and central disc. It's the simplest and most natural-looking dahlia form. Our types guide explains all the classifications. Full growing advice in our dahlia growing guide.