Valley Porcupine Dahlia
Valley Porcupine Dahlia, Novelty Double Center dahlias
This universally loved flower boasts a one-of-a-kind look with its charming silvery pink blooms accented by fuchsia tips. Each 3-inch-wide flower has delicately incurved petals shaped like tiny canoes, all pointing inwards to create a delightful spiky appearance.
The color is a soft metallic pink on the main part of the petal, shimmering like silk. Towards the tips, the color graduates to a vivid fuchsia pink that adds a burst of energy. The pointed petals have a sharp appearance, when bunched together, the blooms take on the appearance of a floral porcupine, with dozens of incurved "quills" jutting out in all directions.
Flowers are produced prolifically on the compact 3-foot plants. It's easy to see why these fun, fluffy blooms are a favorite - they inject any arrangement with whimsical texture and color.
Name of Cultivar: Valley Porcupine
ADS Classification Number: 7610
Cultivar Size:
Cultivar Form: Novelty Double Center
Cultivar Color Class: Light Blend
Cultivar Color Description: (PK23/WH2)/LB/WH2/PK23)
Originator: Smith, D & L – Western US
Year of Introduction: exact date of introduction is not known but variety has been in open competition since 2002
Valley Porcupine Dahlia, Novelty Double Center dahlias
This universally loved flower boasts a one-of-a-kind look with its charming silvery pink blooms accented by fuchsia tips. Each 3-inch-wide flower has delicately incurved petals shaped like tiny canoes, all pointing inwards to create a delightful spiky appearance.
The color is a soft metallic pink on the main part of the petal, shimmering like silk. Towards the tips, the color graduates to a vivid fuchsia pink that adds a burst of energy. The pointed petals have a sharp appearance, when bunched together, the blooms take on the appearance of a floral porcupine, with dozens of incurved "quills" jutting out in all directions.
Flowers are produced prolifically on the compact 3-foot plants. It's easy to see why these fun, fluffy blooms are a favorite - they inject any arrangement with whimsical texture and color.
Name of Cultivar: Valley Porcupine
ADS Classification Number: 7610
Cultivar Size:
Cultivar Form: Novelty Double Center
Cultivar Color Class: Light Blend
Cultivar Color Description: (PK23/WH2)/LB/WH2/PK23)
Originator: Smith, D & L – Western US
Year of Introduction: exact date of introduction is not known but variety has been in open competition since 2002
Valley Porcupine Dahlia, Novelty Double Center dahlias
This universally loved flower boasts a one-of-a-kind look with its charming silvery pink blooms accented by fuchsia tips. Each 3-inch-wide flower has delicately incurved petals shaped like tiny canoes, all pointing inwards to create a delightful spiky appearance.
The color is a soft metallic pink on the main part of the petal, shimmering like silk. Towards the tips, the color graduates to a vivid fuchsia pink that adds a burst of energy. The pointed petals have a sharp appearance, when bunched together, the blooms take on the appearance of a floral porcupine, with dozens of incurved "quills" jutting out in all directions.
Flowers are produced prolifically on the compact 3-foot plants. It's easy to see why these fun, fluffy blooms are a favorite - they inject any arrangement with whimsical texture and color.
Name of Cultivar: Valley Porcupine
ADS Classification Number: 7610
Cultivar Size:
Cultivar Form: Novelty Double Center
Cultivar Color Class: Light Blend
Cultivar Color Description: (PK23/WH2)/LB/WH2/PK23)
Originator: Smith, D & L – Western US
Year of Introduction: exact date of introduction is not known but variety has been in open competition since 2002
This listing is for one Valley Porcupine dahlia tuber. Please refer to our Dahlia 101 section for details about the history of the Dahlia, including planting and care instructions to learn how to plant, store and care for your dahlia.