Dahlia - Dark Leaf Collection
Best choice for gardeners seeking dramatic, low-maintenance seasonal color.
Transform your garden with the Dahlia - Dark Leaf Collection, featuring unique dahlias with striking dark foliage and stems for dramatic contrast. This collection from Easy to Grow Bulbs includes 9 clumps of tubers, offering a low-maintenance yet vibrant display that blooms from summer to fall. These dahlias are also excellent for cutting, bringing continuous beauty indoors. Enjoy a 100% Grow Guarantee with your purchase, ensuring a stunning garden addition.
$89.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
730
/ 3259
#730 in Plant & Flower Bulbs
Price vs Category Average
+281%
Above average
Planting Depth
34
/ - inches
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking high-contrast, sophisticated visual interest
- Flower lovers wanting continuous color through the first frost
- Floral designers creating long-lasting indoor arrangements
Who should skip it
- Gardeners in cold climates avoiding seasonal storage labor
- Low-maintenance gardeners wanting pest-resistant plant varieties
- Busy homeowners unable to commit to regular watering and staking
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
Dark foliage creates a sophisticated, high-contrast backdrop for vibrant blooms.
Bloom Longevity
Consistent flowering from summer through fall ensures a long-lasting garden display.
Maintenance Effort
Requires minimal upkeep for gardeners seeking high reward with low labor.
Floral Utility
Sturdy stems make these an ideal choice for fresh indoor arrangements.
Climate Versatility
Thrives in warm zones while requiring overwintering care in colder climates.
Planting Value
Nine tuber clumps provide an immediate, substantial impact for new beds.
Key Specs
Planting Depth
3-4 inches
Spacing
18-24 inches
Sunlight
Full Sun
Water
Moderate
Hardiness Zones
8-11 (Grow as Annuals or dig up/overwinter in Zones 3-7)
Spread
18-24 inches
Planting Season
Spring
Bloom Season
Summer to Fall
Features
- Striking dark foliage for dramatic contrast
- Blooms consistently from summer to fall
- Includes 9 clumps of tubers
- Low-maintenance garden display
- Ideal for cut flowers
- Guaranteed to grow
What customers say
Customer satisfaction for the Dahlia Dark Leaf Collection centers on its stunning visual impact. Reviewers consistently praise the dramatic contrast between the deep, near-black foliage and the vibrant blooms, which transforms garden spaces. Key to this positive reception is the high quality of the tubers received; they are noted as healthy, firm, and well-labeled, leading to excellent sprouting success. Gardeners find these dahlias vigorous and prolific bloomers, fulfilling the promise of easy growth and continuous seasonal color. The collection is highly recommended for offering superb value and reliably delivering a sophisticated, high-impact look to any garden.
Know before you buy
These dahlias are specifically selected for their deep, dark foliage and stems. This provides a dramatic color contrast that makes the vibrant blooms stand out more than they would against traditional green leaves.
Yes, you can grow them, but they are not winter-hardy in those zones. You will need to treat them as annuals or dig up the tubers in the fall and store them in a frost-free location to replant the following spring.
Each plant requires 18 to 24 inches of space to thrive. You should plan for a garden bed or container area that can accommodate roughly 12 to 15 square feet of total planting space.
Absolutely. These varieties are excellent for cut flower arrangements, and because they bloom consistently from summer through fall, you will have a steady supply of fresh stems for your home.
These dahlias perform best in full sun, which means at least six to eight hours of direct sunlight daily. They require moderate watering, ensuring the soil remains consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Plant the tuber clumps at a depth of 3 to 4 inches. Ensure the soil is well-draining to prevent the tubers from rotting before they begin to sprout.
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