Dahlia Cactus Blackberry Ripple (Pack of 2)

Dahlia ‘Blackberry Ripple’

The Blackberry Ripple Dahlia is an extraordinary cactus dahlia cultivar celebrated for its striking two-tone petals. Each bloom displays creamy white petals intricately streaked with rich blackberry-purple, delivering a bold visual contrast that enhances the beauty of summer and fall gardens. The spiky, curled petal form adds unique texture and movement, making it a favorite in both landscape design and fresh-cut floral arrangements. Its artistic, painterly appearance transforms beds, borders, and containers into vibrant displays of natural elegance.

• USDA Zones: 8–10 (other zones must lift for the winter)
• Bloom Time: Summer–Fall
• Height: 30"
• Planting depth/Spacing: 2–4" / 18"
• Deer Resistant: no

To learn more about the dahlias’ upkeep and maintenance, please visit our blogs and videos below.

This variety is a standout for its high-performance blooms and season-long color. The large, vibrant flowers are especially popular with floral designers for their bold coloring and long vase life. This also supports pollinator health by attracting bees and butterflies to your garden throughout the blooming season. Pair with solid-colored dahlias to create eye-catching contrasts.

Key Characteristics and Benefits of Blackberry Ripple Dahlias

• Vivid Bi-Color Blooms: Creamy white petals dramatically streaked with deep purple tones.
• Cactus Petal Form: Spiky, curled petals provide dynamic texture and garden interest.
• Pollinator Friendly: Attracts bees and butterflies during the blooming months.
• Cut Flower Favorite: Excellent for floral arrangements with long stems and lasting blooms.
• Summer to Fall Color: Provides continuous interest well into the first frost.

Growing Blackberry Ripple Dahlias

Plant dahlia tubers in spring after danger of frost has passed. Choose a sunny, well-drained location and plant each tuber 2 to 4 inches deep and 18 inches apart. Water regularly, allowing the soil to dry slightly between watering. Pinching back early growth promotes bushier plants and more blooms. Support taller stems with stakes as needed.

For step-by-step instructions and seasonal growing tips, refer to article on Growing Summer-Blooming Flowers: Dahlias.

Climate and Soil Requirements

Perennial in USDA zones 8–10. In colder zones, lift tubers after the first frost, dry them, and store in a cool, dry place for replanting in spring. Requires loose, fertile, well-drained soil for optimal growth.

Sunlight and Watering

Thrives in full sun with at least 6–8 hours of light daily. Water deeply to encourage strong root development but avoid overly wet conditions that can cause rot.

Care and Maintenance

Deadhead regularly to promote continuous flowering. Feed with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season and reduce watering as temperatures cool in the fall. Store lifted tubers in peat moss or sawdust for winter preservation in cooler zones.

For more tips on caring for flower bulbs, explore our complete Flower Bulb Growing Guide .

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At Grow Organic, we offer the Dahlia Cactus Blackberry Ripple through multiple premium and trusted brands. This means you benefit from a wider variety of options and excellent quality standards—perfect for gardeners seeking consistency and performance. Our curated selection ensures that whether you're growing for beauty, bouquets, or biodiversity, you’ll find top-tier dahlia tubers that suit your gardening goals.

Complete your summer garden and support pollinators with plants from our Pollinator Flower Collection.