High Country Gardens
Dragon Ball Dark Angel Dahlia
Best compact floral choice for container gardeners seeking long-lasting, dramatic color.
The Dragon Ball Dark Angel Dahlia offers a striking garden display with its unique multi-colored blooms, featuring ivory edges and deep burgundy centers, all set against rich bronze foliage. This compact variety from the Dark Angel Series is a magnet for butterflies and hummingbirds, adding vibrant life to your landscape. It thrives in full sun and moist, fertile soil, making it an excellent choice for containers and easy to grow. Enjoy its continuous bloom from summer until the first frost, bringing extended beauty to your outdoor space.
$20.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
28
/ 2513
#28 in Flowers
Price vs Category Average
-48%
Below average
Ships As
Bulb, Rhizome, Tuber
/ Bulb, Rhizome, Tuber
Who it's for
- Urban dwellers with limited patio or balcony space
- Gardeners seeking high-contrast, dramatic visual impact
- Homeowners wanting reliable, long-lasting seasonal color
Who should skip it
- Cold-climate gardeners avoiding labor-intensive winter storage
- Busy gardeners needing low-maintenance, drought-tolerant plants
- Beginners discouraged by frequent pest management requirements
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
Stunning contrast between dark bronze foliage and ivory-burgundy blooms.
Pollinator Appeal
Highly effective at drawing butterflies and hummingbirds to your garden.
Container Versatility
Compact growth habit makes it perfect for small pots and patios.
Bloom Longevity
Provides reliable, continuous color from mid-summer through the first frost.
Ease of Cultivation
Straightforward planting requirements make this accessible for novice gardeners.
Cut Flower Utility
Four-inch blooms offer a sophisticated, dramatic touch for indoor arrangements.
Key Specs
Ships As
Bulb, Rhizome, Tuber
Flower Size
Up to 4 inches
Mature Height
12-14 inches
Planting Depth
1 to 2 inches
Spacing
1 bulb/tuber per sq. ft.
Hardiness Zones
8-10 (Perennial), Annual in Zones 3-7
Package Quantity
Bag of 3
USDA Hardiness Zones
Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10
Features
- Striking multi-colored blooms
- Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds
- Compact size ideal for containers
- Long blooming period
- Easy to grow
- Adds dramatic foliage contrast
- Suitable for cut flowers
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the exceptional quality of the Dragon Ball Dark Angel Dahlia tubers received from High Country Gardens. Reviewers frequently highlight the plant's stunning, almost black coloration and unique bloom structure, noting it adds dramatic visual impact to garden spaces. The primary sentiment revolves around the reliable growth and the plant's ability to produce the advertised deep, rich tones. While some mention the price point, the overwhelming consensus is that the striking aesthetic design and successful establishment make this dahlia a worthwhile investment for serious gardeners seeking unusual beauty.
Know before you buy
Yes, its compact 12-14 inch height makes it an excellent choice for containers. Ensure your pot has good drainage and use a high-quality, fertile potting mix to support its growth.
It depends on your climate. It is a perennial in USDA Hardiness Zones 8-10, but in zones 3-7, it is treated as an annual and will not survive the winter outdoors.
This variety requires full sun to thrive and produce its signature multi-colored blooms. Aim for at least six to eight hours of direct sunlight daily for the best results.
Absolutely. The Dragon Ball Dark Angel Dahlia produces 4-inch blooms that work beautifully in floral arrangements, providing a dramatic contrast with their deep burgundy centers and ivory edges.
Plant the tubers at a depth of 1 to 2 inches. Ensure the soil is moist and fertile to help the plant establish itself quickly during the spring or summer planting season.
Yes, this variety is a magnet for butterflies and hummingbirds. Its vibrant colors and nectar-rich blooms make it a great addition to any pollinator-friendly landscape.
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