Walmart Is Selling a Popular Flowering Plant That Helps Attract More Pollinators — And It's Just $27

In general, dahlias are regarded as herbaceous perennials, but this largely depends on the climate of a particular region, per BHG. In one region, they may bloom all year long. In another, they might die back after the fall, or when frost comes, and spring again at the beginning of summertime. “Perennial plant that returns year after year for lasting enjoyment,” reads the product description on Walmart.

They can be as tiny as a button, as big as the size of your head, or as large as a dinner plate. It’s interesting to note that dahlias weren’t always flowers. They began as potato-like tubers, regarded as food crops by people in Central America, per The Guardian. This makes it less surprising why birds like hummingbirds are so fond of them.

The dahlias in this particular product are open-center flowers whose nectaries are easily accessible by birds and insects. “This exclusive variety at Walmart is a single-flowered bloom that doesn’t have as many petals as double dahlias, which makes it even more bee-friendly. Single blooms have one layer of petals, and double blooms are those puffy dahlias with several layers,” writes BHG.

The product description mentions that the product has a “terra” color palette. According to Seasons In Color, the Latin word “terra” means “baked earth” or “baked clay.” This means the palette is designed to mimic the reddish browns and brownish oranges of unglazed terracotta clay or clay barrels featuring these undertones.

For optimal growth and blooming, these dahlias should be planted in full Sun, but they can withstand partial shade too. As for watering, BHG recommends checking the plant every couple of weeks. Dahlias typically have good water retention ability. The Aztec name for dahlias is acocoxochitl, which refers to their stems’ abilities to store water, explains The Guardian.

Ever since these dahlias arrived at Walmart locations across the US, they have already spurred a buzz among gardeners and birdkeepers. The pack includes a 2.5-gallon flowering mix, which is currently available for just $27.97. It’s the perfect time to snag one now!

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