Purple Gem Cactus Dahlia
Add a burst of vibrant color to your garden with the Dahlia 'Purple Gem'. This striking cactus dahlia boasts large, 6-inch blooms with slender, tapered petals in a rich violet-pink hue, perfect for summer displays. It's an easy-to-grow, deer-resistant variety that also makes a stunning cut flower. For optimal growth, plant in full sun with well-drained soil and ensure consistent moisture. This perennial thrives in zones 3-10, offering non-stop summer blooms and attracting beneficial pollinators.
$15.58
Owner Satisfaction
4.4
/ 5
Category Rank
2416
/ 3183
#2416 in Plant & Flower Bulbs
Price vs Category Average
-34%
Below average
Bloom Span
6
/ inches
Who it's for
- Striking Cactus Form
- Rich, Deep Coloration
- Exceptional Cut Flower
Who should skip it
- High Winter Maintenance
- Requires Staking
- Pest Susceptibility
Key Specs
Bloom Span
6 inches
Mature Height
36-44 inches
Light Requirements
Full Sun
Growing Zones
Zone 3 through 10
Hardiness Zone (Perennial)
Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10
Planting Depth
1-2 inches
Flower Bulb Size
#1 Clump
Bulb Quantity
2 per bag
Features
- Vibrant violet-pink cactus-type blooms
- Large 6-inch flower size
- Deer resistant and bug-proof
- Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds
- Excellent cut flower
- Suitable for containers
- Easy to grow and maintain
- Perennial in zones 8-10
What customers say
Customer enthusiasm for the Purple Gem Cactus Dahlia centers on its spectacular visual impact. Reviewers consistently celebrate the vibrant deep purple color and the unique spiky petal formation, noting the blooms often exceed expectations in size and flair. Successful plants deliver show stopping results, making this variety highly desirable for garden centerpieces. While the resulting flowers are universally praised for their beauty and longevity, a minority of customers reported issues with initial tuber quality, citing small or soft stock that failed to sprout. Despite this slight risk during planting, the consensus is that the reward of achieving such a unique and dramatic dahlia makes the investment worthwhile.
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