Black Forest Ruby

   This was a Big Box store purchase years ago, but is actually one of my favorites. Its slightly more of a "garden dahlia" as it is less than 36", but I originally put it in a giant pot next to my patio, and there it goes every year. (With extras now grown in the field)  It blooms early, profusely, and has lovely dark somewhat ferny foliage. With the hard earned early blooming, note that it does fizzle out a bit earlier in the fall. 

Bloom size: 2-3" mini

Form: ID - "Garden Dahlia"

Colors: red, dark center turns yellow with pollen,

dark slightly lacy foliage

Average Height: 24-36"

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(listed sizes are based off past years, and/or other growers averages. 2025 was a smaller growth year than most for us, especially plant heights. All sizes can also vary with zones, weather and growing conditions)