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Arabian Night Dahlia
Best choice for gardeners seeking dramatic, long-lasting cut flowers.
The 'Arabian Night' Dahlia offers a striking deep color for your summer garden. Its layered, burgundy-red petals appear almost black at the center, creating a velvety texture and strong contrast. These decorative Dahlias produce flowers up to 4 inches across, perfect for cutting and creating instant bouquets. They bloom prolifically from summer until the first frost. Plant tubers in spring after the last frost in full sun and well-drained soil. These tall plants are ideal for borders or grouping with other summer bloomers.
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Price vs Category Average
-53%
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Ships As
Bulb, Rhizome, Tuber
/ Bulb, Rhizome, Tuber
Who it's for
- Beginners looking for a reliable, vigorous garden performer
- Gardeners seeking a dramatic, high-contrast focal point
- Floral enthusiasts wanting long-lasting, abundant cut flowers
Who should skip it
- Hands-off gardeners who dislike frequent pest monitoring
- Busy gardeners avoiding seasonal tuber storage and maintenance
- Low-maintenance gardeners who prefer plants without staking requirements
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
Deep burgundy tones provide a dramatic focal point for any garden.
Bloom Longevity
Consistent flowering from mid-summer through the first frost of autumn.
Pollinator Appeal
Reliably draws butterflies and hummingbirds to your outdoor space.
Cut Flower Utility
Sturdy stems and large blooms make these perfect for indoor arrangements.
Growth Versatility
Thrives equally well in garden borders or managed container displays.
Maintenance Ease
Simple planting requirements make this accessible for most skill levels.
Key Specs
Ships As
Bulb, Rhizome, Tuber
Mature Height
36-40 inches tall
Planting Depth
1-2 inches below soil line
Spacing
1 tuber per square foot
Hardiness Zones
8-11 (Treated as annual in cooler zones)
USDA Hardiness Zones
Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10
Bloom Season
Summer, Fall
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Features
- Striking burgundy-red flowers that appear nearly black
- Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds to your garden
- Blooms prolifically from summer until frost
- Excellent for cutting and creating bouquets
- Easy to grow in various soil types
- Suitable for planting in containers
- Adds depth and velvety texture to garden beds
What customers say
Consumers are overwhelmingly impressed by the quality and aesthetic payoff of the Arabian Night Dahlia. The tubers arrive healthy, leading to robust plants that reliably produce dramatic, deep red blooms. Reviewers consistently highlight the stunning color fidelity, noting the velvety texture and rich hue are true to description. This dahlia is celebrated for its reliable vigor and ability to provide a sophisticated, high impact focal point in the summer garden.
Know before you buy
Yes, these dahlias perform well in containers as long as the pot is large enough to accommodate their 36-40 inch mature height and provides excellent drainage. Ensure the container is placed in a spot that receives full sun throughout the day.
In zones colder than 8, these dahlias are typically treated as annuals. If you wish to save them for the following year, you must dig up the tubers after the first frost, clean them, and store them in a cool, dry, frost-free location over the winter.
You can harvest blooms as soon as they are fully open. Cutting flowers regularly actually encourages the plant to produce more buds, extending your display throughout the summer and into fall.
Given their height of 36-40 inches, these plants may benefit from staking, especially if you live in an area prone to high winds. Providing a support structure early in the season will help keep the stems upright and prevent them from bending under the weight of the blooms.
Dahlias thrive in soil that is rich in organic matter and drains well. Before planting, mix a generous amount of compost into your garden bed to improve soil structure and nutrient content, which will support the plant's prolific blooming.
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