Diva Dahlia
Dahlia ‘diva’, Zones 8 to 10
Prepare to be dazzled by this diva! The color of crushed ripe raspberries, its dramatic blooms are a favorite for both dahlia and cut flower growers. Large 4- to
6-inch burgundy flowers with pointed petals sit atop tall, straight and sturdy stems summer through fall. Where dahlias are not hardy, their tubers need to be dug up and stored over winter before the first frost arrives.
Why we love it: With full and perfectly formed blooms, it looks lovely in bouquets.
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Mapira Asiatic Lily
Lilium asiatic ‘mapira’, Zones 4 to 9
One of the darkest lilies on the market, Mapira’s satiny petals are deep maroon at the center and fade to burgundy. Plant the bulbs 6 inches deep in early spring for an early summer show. Hummingbirds and butterflies love this no-fuss beauty that blooms for 4 weeks or more.
Why we love it: Mapira does well in many locations, including perennial beds, cutting gardens or containers, and it even likes a bit of shade.
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