Dahlia Fimbriata
Cheyenne Chieftain
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100-110cm -
5-10cm -
Full Sun
100-110cm 
5-10cm 
Full SunDahlia ‘Cheyenne Chieftain’ is a semi-cactus dahlia that blazes with bold, rustic charm. Its fringed yellow petals are streaked and flecked with fiery red, creating a flame-like effect that feels straight out of a desert sunset. The blooms are large and spiky, with a wild elegance that adds drama to any garden.
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🌸 Bloom Size: 10–15 cm, semi-cactus form with fringed petals
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🌿 Height: Grows to 100–110 cm, with upright stems and a bushy habit
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☀️ Sunlight: Thrives in full sun, prefers well-drained loamy soil
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🪴 Best Use: Ideal for cutting gardens, back-of-border planting, or as a fiery focal point
‘Cheyenne Chieftain’ blooms from midsummer through autumn, and its vivid colouring makes it a standout in warm-toned borders or sunset-inspired arrangements.
- The best time to plant Dahlias here in NZ is September or October, but can be planted anytime from mid August through to late December.
- Dahlias love sun ,so choose a nice sunny spot in your garden. Ideally a spot that gets at least 4 hours of full sun a day.
- Dahlias will grow in almost any soil, but prefer well drained loamy soil conditions.
- Prepare the ground a few weeks before planting by digging over the soil thoroughly and adding a little well rotted compost and an application of general fertiliser.
- Before planting the tubers, apply stakes (for larger varieties) staking after planting damages roots and tubers.
- Plant your Dahlia tubers about 5-10cm deep and about 50cm apart with the eye facing upwards. Water well and keep moist being careful not to over-water.
For a full overview of how to plant Dahlias visit our Gardeners Guide.
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