I'm a Hottie Informal Decorative Dahlia

I'm a Hottie Informal Decorative Dahlia 

Bold, playful, and full of personality, the I’m a Hottie Dahlia brings a burst of fiery charm to the garden. Its dazzling blooms showcase a striking blend of magenta pink with golden-yellow highlights, making each flower look like it’s glowing from within. With its compact size and abundant, colorful blossoms, this variety is a favorite for borders, patio containers, and cheerful summer bouquets. Wherever it’s planted, I’m a Hottie lives up to its name—turning heads and sparking joy.

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Details

• Form: Informal Decorative 

• Bloom Size: BB (4–6 inches)

• Plant Height: Short (<36")

• Stem Strength: Moderate

• Unicorn Status: Common 

• Primary Color: Magenta Pink

• Secondary Color: None

• Plant ID: 

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A Bit of History

Introduced as part of a new wave of playful, compact collarette dahlias, the I’m a Hottie quickly won the hearts of gardeners and designers alike. Its name reflects both its vibrant coloring and its ability to “heat up” the garden with nonstop blooms. Compact in stature but rich in presence, this variety is especially loved by urban gardeners and those looking for reliable dahlias that don’t require staking or sprawling space.

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Ideal For

• Containers – perfect for patios, balconies, or entryways

• Borders – adds vivid pops of pink and yellow at the front of garden beds

• Cutting gardens – a cheerful addition to mixed arrangements

• Pollinator-friendly plantings – open centers attract bees and butterflies

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Pairs Well With

Happy Single Flame Dahlia – another compact, pollinator-friendly variety in warm tones

Bishop of Llandaff Dahlia – bold contrast with deep red blooms and dark foliage

Zinnias – complementary colors and similar cheerful energy for summer gardens