Eden Brothers
Dahlia Tubers (Ball) - Copperboy
Best choice for gardeners seeking long-lasting, warm-toned floral arrangements.
Introducing the Dahlia Copperboy, a stunning ball-type dahlia that brings a warm glow to your garden. Its perfectly rounded, fully double blooms boast rich copper, bronze, and burnt-orange tones, creating a playful drama. These reliable flowers emerge on strong, compact stems, gracing your landscape from summer until the first frost. Ideal for borders, containers, or as a vibrant cut flower, this perennial variety is easy to grow and attracts beneficial pollinators like bees and butterflies. Plant in spring in moist, rich soil with full sun exposure for a spectacular display.
$26.49
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
16
/ 3088
#16 in Plant & Flower Bulbs
Price vs Category Average
+12%
Above average
Seed Type
Tuber
/ Tuber
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking a sophisticated, warm-toned focal point
- Floral designers wanting sturdy, long-lasting blooms for arrangements
- Home growers prioritizing reliable, high-yield plant performance
Who should skip it
- Busy growers looking for plants that require no physical support
- Cold-climate gardeners avoiding seasonal digging and indoor storage
- Low-maintenance gardeners unwilling to manage frequent pest issues
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
Rich copper tones create a sophisticated, high-drama focal point.
Pollinator Appeal
Reliably draws bees and butterflies to your garden throughout the season.
Ease of Cultivation
Straightforward planting requirements make this accessible for most home gardeners.
Bloom Longevity
Consistent flowering from late summer straight through to the first frost.
Cut Flower Utility
Sturdy stems and perfect ball forms excel in indoor floral arrangements.
Container Versatility
Compact growth habit allows for successful display in pots or borders.
Key Specs
Seed Type
Tuber
Plant Type
Ball Dahlia
Plant Height
36 to 48 inches
Plant Spacing
12 to 18 inches
Planting Depth
2 inches
Hardiness Zones
8, 9, 10, 11
Water Needs
Average
Light Requirement
Full Sun
Features
- Striking copper-bronze, fully double blooms
- Consistent, rounded flower form
- Attracts bees and butterflies
- Easy to grow and maintain
- Blooms from summer to frost
- Ideal for cut flowers
- Container friendly
- Upright growth habit
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the exceptional quality of the Copperboy tubers, noting they arrive firm and healthy, ready for planting. The primary theme highlighted is reliability; gardeners report near perfect sprouting rates and robust growth throughout the season. The resulting ball shaped blooms are stunning, delivering the promised copper and apricot tones accurately. This product is seen as a worthwhile investment for reliable garden performance and achieving striking color in the landscape.
Know before you buy
Plant your tubers in the spring once the soil has warmed up and the danger of frost has completely passed. This ensures the tubers establish well before the summer growing season.
Yes, these are container-friendly. Ensure your pot has adequate drainage and is large enough to accommodate the plant's mature height of 36 to 48 inches.
Dahlia Copperboy is hardy in zones 8 through 11. If you live in a colder climate outside of these zones, you will need to lift and store the tubers indoors during the winter to protect them from freezing.
For the best performance and most vibrant color, plant them in a location that receives full sun. This typically means at least six to eight hours of direct sunlight per day.
Absolutely. Their strong, upright stems and consistent ball-shaped blooms make them an excellent choice for cut flower arrangements, where they can last for an extended period.
Space your tubers 12 to 18 inches apart. This spacing allows for proper air circulation, which helps keep the plants healthy and prevents issues like mildew.
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