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Dahlia Tubers (Cactus) - Hollyhill Spiderwoman
Best choice for gardeners wanting dramatic, pollinator-friendly cut flowers.
The Hollyhill Spiderwoman Dahlia offers a dramatic display with its unique spider-type blooms. Featuring long, curling crimson-red petals, these flowers add bold texture and vibrant color to any garden. This perennial tuber grows vigorously, reaching heights of three to four feet, making it an excellent choice for cut flower gardens and borders. Enjoy a continuous show of large, eye-catching flowers from midsummer until the first frost. Easy to grow, it also attracts beneficial pollinators like bees and butterflies to your outdoor space.
$27.49
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4.7
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Category Rank
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#16 in Plant & Flower Bulbs
Price vs Category Average
+17%
Above average
Plant Type
Cactus Dahlia Tuber
/ Cactus Dahlia Tuber
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking high-impact, architectural floral textures
- Floral designers wanting long-stemmed, durable blooms for arrangements
- Landscapers looking for reliable, season-long garden color
Who should skip it
- Low-maintenance gardeners wanting to avoid structural support tasks
- Busy homeowners unable to manage seasonal tuber excavation
- Beginners discouraged by frequent pest monitoring and management
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
Unique spider-type petals create a striking focal point in any garden.
Pollinator Appeal
Crimson blooms serve as a reliable magnet for local bees and butterflies.
Cut Flower Utility
Sturdy stems and dramatic form make these perfect for professional-grade arrangements.
Growth Vigor
Robust perennial tubers establish quickly and reach impressive heights by midsummer.
Maintenance Ease
Straightforward planting requirements make this an accessible choice for most gardeners.
Bloom Longevity
Consistent flowering from midsummer through the first frost ensures extended seasonal color.
Key Specs
Plant Type
Cactus Dahlia Tuber
Plant Height
36 to 48 inches
Plant Spacing
12 to 18 inches
Light Requirement
Full Sun
Planting Depth
2 inches
Hardiness Zones
8, 9, 10, 11
Water Needs
Average
Life Cycle
Perennial
Features
- Dramatic spider-type dahlia blooms
- Long, curling crimson-red petals
- Vigorous growth up to four feet tall
- Ideal for cut flower arrangements
- Blooms from midsummer to frost
- Attracts bees and butterflies
- Easy to grow and maintain
- Adds bold texture and color
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the exceptional quality and viability of the Hollyhill Spiderwoman tubers. The primary delight centers on the reliability of the product, noting high germination rates and robust growth leading to stunning, true to variety cactus blooms. Gardeners appreciate the unique, spiky design and vibrant color payoff, confirming that the initial investment delivers significant visual value and gardening success. This variety is celebrated for its dependable performance and spectacular floral display.
Know before you buy
This variety is quite vigorous and typically reaches a height of 36 to 48 inches. Because of its height, it is a great choice for the back of a garden border.
Given their height of up to four feet and the weight of the large blooms, staking is highly recommended. Providing support will prevent the stems from bending or breaking during heavy rain or wind.
These dahlias are perennial in hardiness zones 8 through 11. If you live in a colder climate, you will need to dig up and store the tubers indoors over the winter.
For the best growth and most vibrant blooms, plant these tubers in a location that receives full sun. This means at least six to eight hours of direct sunlight per day.
Space your tubers 12 to 18 inches apart. This spacing ensures adequate airflow between the plants, which helps prevent fungal issues and promotes healthy growth.
You can expect the first blooms to appear in midsummer. They will continue to provide color and texture to your garden consistently until the first frost of the season.
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