Valley Porcupine Dahlia Seeds - Dahlia, 40 seeds

Quantity: 40 Seeds / pack

Valley Porcupine is a novelty dahlia with fully double blooms of white to cream petals tipped in pink; the pointed petals give a spiky, porcupine-like look. Plants reach about 3–4 feet and bloom from midsummer to frost. Seed-grown plants may vary slightly from the named parent.

Why choose our seeds?

• Unusual spiky blooms: white-cream petals with pink tips
• Tall plants, about 3–4 feet, for the back of the border
• Long season from midsummer to frost

How to grow Valley Porcupine Dahlia seeds

Choose Your Planting Method

• Indoors: Start seeds 6–8 weeks before the last frost.
• Outdoors: Sow after all danger of frost has passed, when the soil is warm.

Prepare Your Materials

• Seed-starting trays or pots (if indoors)
• Well-draining potting mix
• Spray bottle for misting

Sowing the Seeds

• Sow about 1/2 inch deep and water gently.

Provide the Right Conditions

• Light: Full sun.
• Temperature: About 65–70°F (18–21°C) or warmer.

Germination

• Seedlings usually emerge in 7–14 days.
• Grow on in bright light so seedlings stay stocky.

Transplanting

• Plant out after the last frost when seedlings have several true leaves.
• Harden off indoor-grown plants before planting out.
• Space plants 18–24 inches apart.

Care Tips

• Sun: Full sun.
• Water: Keep evenly moist; rich, moist but well-drained soil is ideal.
• Stake tall plants if needed in windy spots.
• Deadhead regularly to keep new blooms coming.

Bloom Time:

Midsummer to frost.