1 / 4Key characteristics
- Height
- 5 feet
- Form
- Formal Decorative
- Bloom size
- Small (4 inches)
- Flower color
- Dark burgundy with black highlights
- Days to maturity
- 80 to 100 days
- Light
- Full Sun
- Plant spacing
- 12-18 inches
Dahlias
Dahlia 'Black Satin'
Black Satin Dahlia
Dahlia 'Black Satin' produces 4-inch formal decorative blooms in deep burgundy-red with rich, nearly black undertones. Tightly layered petals curve inward and overlap in precise, symmetrical rows, creating smooth, rounded flowers with a subtle satiny appearance. Produced abundantly on long stems, the dark blossoms begin flowering in midsummer and continue through autumn until the first frosts.
Hybridized by Swan Island Dahlias in the United States and introduced around 1995, 'Black Satin' is a prolific, tall-growing cultivar.
Availability
Many tubers and seeds are available online. For help in finding online sources, visit dahliaaddict.com.
Planting & care
Growing beautiful dahlias starts with thoughtful planting and care. A sunny location, well-draining soil, and consistent attention throughout the growing season help plants develop abundant flowers. Regular watering and feeding encourage healthy growth, while mulch helps conserve moisture. Removing spent flowers keeps plants blooming freely from summer into fall.
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Blooms dark red (deep, rich red)

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Tartan Dahlia
Blooms deep burgundy with irregular white striping

Dahlia 'Jason Matthew'
Jason Matthew Dahlia
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Dahlia 'Kaiser Wilhelm'
Kaiser Wilhelm Dahlia
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