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This velvety dahlia makes a bold, commanding statement with deep-purple petals intensifying toward the center. Belonging to the informal decorative class, Thomas Edison features oversized 68″ blooms that create the best kind of garden drama from midsummer into fall. These robust plants grow vigorously and reliably all season long; expect a succession of extraordinary blooms in beds, borders, and arrangements.

Turn Heads With Big, Bold Blooms: Each massive flower unfurls in a rich, saturated purple, deepening to near black at its core. These textural blooms have a soft, petal-packed form that looks just as at home in a vintage vase as it does in a modern borderand with a size of up to 8 inches across, they give your garden that instant wow factor.

Perfect for Cutting and Displays: Long, sturdy stems and vibrant color make Thomas Edison ideal for fresh bouquets. Its blooms last beautifully indoors, allowing you to enjoy your gardens beauty even on rainy days. A bloom period that stretches from midseason into fall means plenty of flowers to spare and to share.

Dependable Growth From Virus-Indexed Stock: This dahlia is part of our beloved virus-indexed line, meaning its been specially developed for superior health, vigorous growth, and prolific flower production. Enjoy lush, full plants that don’t require extensive maintenance.