Most elephantâs ears are perennials and will come back every summer in the Lower, Coastal, and Tropical South. Some are perennials in the lower part of the Middle South.
Dahlias are available in different heights, dwarf dahlias are normally 12 to 18, and the taller dahlias grow 5' to 6'.Dahlias up to 2 ft.ahlias are available in different heights, dwarf dahlias are normally 12 to 18, and the taller dahlias grow 5' to 6'. Dahlias up to 2 ft.
Shorter varieties should be planted 2 to 3 inches deep and 10 inches apart. If you buy nursery-grown plants at local green houses, plant them at the level they grew in their pots. Tall dahlias require staking, especially in windy areas.