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Vibrant Violet™ Dahlia

Dahlia variabilis

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Overview

The Dahlia variabilis is a compact annual dahlia with large, double violet-purple blooms above dense dark green foliage. Vibrant Violet™ reaches 15-18 inches tall and 12-18 inches wide with an upright, polished habit. It thrives in full sun, average well-drained soil, and consistent moisture, blooming from planting to frost. Hardy in USDA Zones 9a-10b.

Sun FullWater Medium
Vibrant Violet™ Dahlia (Dahlia variabilis) — double violet-purple blooms above dense dark green foliage
Vibrant Violet™ Dahlia (Dahlia variabilis) — Vibrant Violet™ reaches 15-18 inches tall and 12-18 inches wide with an upright, polished habitVibrant Violet™ Dahlia (Dahlia variabilis) — It thrives in full sun, average well-drained soil, and consistent moisture, blooming from planting to frostVibrant Violet™ Dahlia (Dahlia variabilis) — Hardy in USDA Zones 9a-10bVibrant Violet™ Dahlia (Dahlia variabilis) — commonly referred to as Vibrant Violet™ DahliaVibrant Violet™ Dahlia (Dahlia variabilis) — Part of the Proven Winners® offering and aligned with the high-performing Virtuoso™ dahlia groupVibrant Violet™ Dahlia (Dahlia variabilis) — upright annual dahlia selected for generous color and a polished garden presence+18

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Medium

Shape & size

Mature height
1.25–1.5 Ft.
Mature width
1–1.5 Ft.

Classification

Family
Asteraceae

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Vibrant Violet™ Dahlia (Dahlia variabilis) — double violet-purple blooms above dense dark green foliage
Vibrant Violet™ Dahlia (Dahlia variabilis) — Vibrant Violet™ reaches 15-18 inches tall and 12-18 inches wide with an upright, polished habit
Vibrant Violet™ Dahlia (Dahlia variabilis) — It thrives in full sun, average well-drained soil, and consistent moisture, blooming from planting to frost
Vibrant Violet™ Dahlia (Dahlia variabilis) — Hardy in USDA Zones 9a-10b
Vibrant Violet™ Dahlia (Dahlia variabilis) — commonly referred to as Vibrant Violet™ Dahlia
Vibrant Violet™ Dahlia (Dahlia variabilis) — Part of the Proven Winners® offering and aligned with the high-performing Virtuoso™ dahlia group
Vibrant Violet™ Dahlia (Dahlia variabilis) — upright annual dahlia selected for generous color and a polished garden presence
Vibrant Violet™ Dahlia (Dahlia variabilis) — balanced silhouette without the lankiness sometimes associated with traditional dahlias
Vibrant Violet™ Dahlia (Dahlia variabilis) — fully double blooms in a saturated violet-purple shade that feels both jewel-toned and refined
Vibrant Violet™ Dahlia (Dahlia variabilis) — The flowers rise on proportional stems above dense
Vibrant Violet™ Dahlia (Dahlia variabilis) — continuing from planting until frost
Vibrant Violet™ Dahlia (Dahlia variabilis) — Vibrant Violet™ Dahlia typically matures at 15 to 18 inches tall with a spread of 12 to 18 inches
Vibrant Violet™ Dahlia (Dahlia variabilis) — making it easy to place in both containers and garden beds
Vibrant Violet™ Dahlia (Dahlia variabilis) — dependable display for summer compositions.<br><br>Compact yet substantial
Vibrant Violet™ Dahlia (Dahlia variabilis) — Its bloom season begins early
Vibrant Violet™ Dahlia (Dahlia variabilis) — In warm climates it is hardy in USDA Zones 9a through 10b
Vibrant Violet™ Dahlia (Dahlia variabilis) — Butterflies are drawn to the flowers, adding movement and life to plantings designed for long summer enjoyment
Vibrant Violet™ Dahlia (Dahlia variabilis) — The upright habit gives it enough structure to serve as a container thriller
Vibrant Violet™ Dahlia (Dahlia variabilis) — purple flowers in the garden
Vibrant Violet™ Dahlia (Dahlia variabilis) — where its double blooms bring rich color indoors
Vibrant Violet™ Dahlia (Dahlia variabilis) — allowing the soil to stay evenly hydrated without becoming soggy
Vibrant Violet™ Dahlia (Dahlia variabilis) — well-drained soil and provide consistent
Vibrant Violet™ Dahlia (Dahlia variabilis) — It is striking in patio containers
Vibrant Violet™ Dahlia (Dahlia variabilis) — where strong light supports abundant flowering and sturdy growth

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