Penhill Dark Monarch Dahlia Tuber – Rose & Plum Dinnerplate | Ships Spring 2027

Rose-pink petals sweep outward from a rich plum center, their twisting edges giving Penhill Dark Monarch a wonderfully windswept silhouette. Its generous dinnerplate blooms combine luminous pink with deeper wine-toned shadows, bringing painterly movement to a sunny border. Each order includes 1 dahlia tuber.

A single stem makes a sculptural centerpiece in a simple vase. Gather it with blush, cream or mauve flowers for a bouquet that balances soft color with beautifully dramatic form.

Spring 2027 preorder. Ships Spring 2027, not immediately.

Garden details

• Variety: Penhill Dark Monarch
• Flower form: Dinnerplate with long, twisting petals
• Flower color: Rose-pink with plum, mauve and wine tones
• Bloom size: Approximately 10 inches or more
• Bloom season: Midsummer through frost
• Light: Full sun
• Soil: Fertile and well-drained
• Hardiness: USDA zones 8–10; lift and store tubers frost-free in colder climates
• Plant class: Magnoliopsida
• Includes: 1 dahlia tuber, not seeds
• Tuber size and shape vary.
• Ideal for: Cutting gardens, sunny borders and statement bouquets

Planting & care

Plant after the danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Choose full sun and well-drained soil, and install support early for stems carrying large blooms. Avoid soggy conditions; water regularly once growth is established. Remove spent flowers to encourage continued blooming. In colder climates, lift tubers after frost and store in a cool, dry, frost-free place over winter.