Light Needs
Mature Height
Mature Spread
Virtuoso™ Vibrant Violet™ Dahlia (Dahlia variabilis) displays intense purple flowers from early summer through autumn. healthy, deep green foliage frames each bloom for a striking look. This dahlia typically reaches 12 to 18 inches in height, adding color without overwhelming smaller spaces. It surpasses typical bedding plants with a longer flowering period and strong visual appeal.
Its neat, upright growth habit makes it easy to grow this dahlia in a container. Mild fragrance offers extra interest, and sturdy stems reduce the risk of breakage. Bred from plants in Central America, it shows moderate tolerance to dryness once established. Use it in mass plantings, along borders, or as a single highlight in a decorative pot.
Virtuoso™ Vibrant Violet™ Dahlia Care
Plant this dahlia in well-draining, slightly acidic soil enriched with organic matter. Provide full sun, though partial shade may be preferable in regions with intense midday heat. Water at the base, keeping leaves dry to reduce fungal issues, and feed monthly with a balanced fertilizer. Maintain a pH around 6.2 to 6.8 for robust growth.
Deadheading spent flowers promotes extended color. Pinch off shoots early to encourage branching, and thin out crowded stems for better airflow. Lightly shear any leggy growth to maintain a neat form. In cold climates, lift tubers for winter storage or move container-grown plants indoors before frost hits.
Virtuoso™ Vibrant Violet™ Dahlia Spacing
Place plants 12 to 18 inches apart in rows or groupings. A single plant in a border needs at least 15 inches to expand. Choose a pot with a 10-inch diameter for new tubers, and upgrade to a larger container if the plant outgrows its initial space.
Virtuoso Vibrant Violet Dahlia Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 9 - 10 |
| Plant Type: |
| Light Exposure: Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight) |
| Mature Height: 15 - 18 Inches |
| Mature Spread: 1 - 1.5 Feet |
| Spacing: 1 - 1.5 Feet |
| Habit: Upright |
| Flower Color(s): Purple |
| Flower Description: Violet Purple |
| Bloom Period: Planting to Frost |
| Foliage Type: Herbaceous |
| Foliage Color(s): Green |
| Foliage Description: Densely mounded, dark green foliage |
| Seasonal Interest: Spring Flowering, Summer Flowering, Fall Flowering, 3 Season Interest |
| Watering: Average |
| Resists: Deer, Rabbit |
| Tolerates: N/A |
| Attracts: Butterflies |
| Container Role: Thriller |
| Uses: Containers |
| Features: Cut Flowers |
| Brand: Proven Winners |
| Common Name: Virtuoso Vibrant Violet Dahlia |
| Other Name(s): Dahlia |
| Scientific Name: Dahlia variabilis |
- SKU:
- VVVDVIRTU-GC
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
Also Known As:
3.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
~1.42 quarts
Also Known As:
4.25" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.93"H x 4.25"W
Volume:
~1.56 pints
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
~1.50 quarts
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
~2.26-3.73 quarts
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Pre-ordered plants are scheduled to ship in Spring 2025. We carefully plan our shipping dates based on your USDA Plant Hardiness Zone to ensure optimal planting conditions upon arrival. Want it sooner/later? Reach out, and we'll try our best to accommodate.
Estimated ship week for pre-ordered plants will ship based on growing zones as shown below.
| Growing Zone | Estimated Ship Week |
|---|---|
| Zone 10 | March 24th |
| Zone 9 | March 31st |
| Zone 8 | April 7th |
| Zone 7 | April 14th |
| Zone 6b | April 21st |
| Zone 6a | April 28th |
| Zone 5b | May 5th |
| Zone 5a | May 12th |
| Zone 4 | May 19th |
| Zone 3 | May 26th |
Note: These are only estimated ship dates. Plants may ship out later depending on weather & growing conditions of the plant.
Note: Only plants indicated as pre-order will ship as shown above. All other plants and hard goods will ship as normal.
Plants that are currently in stock typically ship within 2-7 business days after your order is placed.