Globeflower 'Dancing Flame' Trollius 'Dancing Flame'

Water

Globe Flowers, which include the 'Dancing Flame' variety, prefer consistently moist soil, so they require regular watering. Typically, watering once a week with approximately 1 gallon of water should suffice, but this can vary depending on soil type and weather conditions. During hot, dry spells, they may need more frequent watering, potentially twice a week. It’s important to avoid waterlogged soil, so ensure good drainage. Adjust watering based on rainfall, less in wet conditions and more during drought.

Light

Globe Flowers thrive best in full to partial sunlight. They should be placed in a spot where they can receive at least 6 hours of sunlight each day. Although they can tolerate some light shade, too much shade may lead to weak growth and fewer flowers. The ideal location is one where morning sunlight is abundant, with some shade during the hottest part of the afternoon.

Temperature

Globe Flowers prefer cooler climates and do best in temperatures ranging from 50°F to 75°F. They can survive minimum temperatures down to around 40°F. Avoid exposing the plant to extremes, as temperatures above 80°F or below freezing can be detrimental to the health of the 'Dancing Flame'.

Pruning

Globe Flowers benefit from pruning to promote bushier growth and more flowers. Deadheading, or removing spent flowers, encourages continued blooming throughout the season. Prune in the late winter or early spring before new growth starts, removing any dead or damaged stems. The ideal pruning time is after the last frost when temperatures are consistently above freezing.

Cleaning

As needed

Soil

Globeflower 'Dancing Flame' thrives in a humus-rich, well-drained soil with consistent moisture. A blend of loamy garden soil, peat, and perlite or sand can create an ideal mix, ensuring good drainage and fertility. The ideal soil pH should be slightly acidic to neutral, ranging from 6.0 to 7.0.

Repotting

Globeflower 'Dancing Flame' doesn't require frequent repotting and can be repotted every 2-3 years or when it outgrows its current pot. It's best repotted in the spring before the onset of the growing season.

Humidity & Misting

Globeflower 'Dancing Flame' prefers moderate to high humidity levels; however, it is quite adaptable and can tolerate the average humidity found in most outdoor garden environments.

Suitable locations

• Indoor

  Place in bright, indirect light with moist soil.

• Outdoor

  Plant in partial shade with moist, rich soil.

• Hardiness zone

  3-7 USDA

Life cycle

Trollius 'Dancing Flame', commonly known as Globe Flower, begins its life cycle as a seed that germinates in moist, well-drained soil in early spring. After germination, the plant develops a rosette of basal leaves and, as it matures, it produces tall, sturdy stems with deeply divided, palmate leaves. By late spring to early summer, the Globe Flower blooms, showcasing its distinctive fiery orange-yellow buttercup-like flowers that attract pollinators. After pollination, the flowers develop into fruiting bodies that release seeds, ensuring the continuation of the plant's life cycle. During the autumn, the above-ground portion of the plant dies back, while the root system remains dormant through the winter. With the return of warm weather in spring, the Globe Flower begins its cycle anew with new growth from its perennial rootstock.

Propogation

• Propogation time

  Spring-Early Summer

• Trollius 'Dancing Flame', commonly known as Globeflower, is propagated through division, which is the most popular method. The best time to divide Globeflowers is in the early spring or late fall when the plant is not in active growth. To propagate by division, carefully dig up the entire plant, ensuring as much of the root system is intact as possible. The clump should then be gently pulled apart into smaller sections, ensuring each new section has a portion of roots. These sections can then be replanted in a prepared area with rich, moist soil, ideally spaced about 12 inches (30 centimeters) apart to give them room to grow. The soil should be kept consistently moist until the new divisions establish themselves and begin showing signs of new growth.