Dahlia - Smokey Amethyst - Pack of 3

Dahlia – Smokey Amethyst (Pack of 3)

Add dramatic elegance to your summer garden with the stunning blooms of Smokey Amethyst Dahlia. This unique variety features beautifully patterned flowers with soft lavender to smoky amethyst petals accented by deep burgundy-purple tips and highlights. The striking two-tone coloration and perfectly layered petals create a bold yet refined look that stands out in garden beds and floral arrangements.

Smokey Amethyst dahlias are highly productive plants that produce abundant blooms on strong stems throughout the growing season. Their eye-catching flowers are excellent for cut flower gardens, bringing rich color and texture to bouquets and arrangements. From mid-summer until the first frost, these dahlias provide a continuous display while also attracting pollinators such as bees and butterflies.

Plant Details

Plant Type: Flowering Bulb (Tuber)
Flower Color: Lavender and smoky amethyst with burgundy-purple accents
Bloom Size: Medium decorative blooms
Plant Height: 30–36 inches
Bloom Time: Mid-summer to first frost
Sun Requirements: Full Sun
Package Size: Pack of 3 tubers
Uses: Garden beds, borders, containers, and cut flower arrangements

Growing Instructions for Zone 3b

Dahlias are not winter hardy in colder climates and should be planted after the danger of frost has passed. In Zone 3b, tubers must be lifted and stored indoors during winter.

Planting Time
Plant tubers outdoors in late spring once the final frost has passed and soil temperatures reach about 60°F (15–16°C).

Location
Choose a location that receives 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily with rich, well-drained soil.

Planting Depth

• Dig a hole 4–6 inches deep.
• Place the tuber horizontally with the growing eye facing upward.
• Cover with soil and water lightly.

Spacing
Space plants 18–24 inches apart to allow proper airflow and room for mature growth.

Watering
Water lightly after planting. Once shoots appear, maintain consistent moisture while avoiding waterlogged soil.

Fertilizing
Apply a balanced fertilizer every 3–4 weeks during the growing season to encourage healthy growth and abundant blooms.

Support
Taller plants may benefit from staking to support heavy blooms and prevent stems from bending.

Overwintering in Zone 3b

• After the first frost blackens the foliage, cut stems back to 4–6 inches.
• Carefully dig up the tubers and allow them to dry for several days.
• Store in peat moss, sawdust, or vermiculite in a cool, dry, frost-free location (40–50°F) until spring.

With proper care, Smokey Amethyst Dahlias will produce months of richly colored blooms, adding dramatic beauty and elegance to summer gardens and floral displays.