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Dahlia 'Black Cat'

Scientific Name: Dahlia 'Chat Noir'

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 44"-50"
  • W: 24"-30"

planting zones

  • 8b-11

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Dahlia 'Black Cat' plant details

Dahlia 'Black Cat' is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In fall and summer red flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Dahlia 'Black Cat'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 24 IN - 30 IN - wide, 44 IN - 50 IN - tall
Flowers: red blooms in fall and summer
Uses: award-winning, border plant, cutting garden, long-blooming

GROWING CONDITIONS for Dahlia 'Black Cat'

USDA Zones: 8b - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Spikey flower form, deep crimson black color and flowers that just don't stop - these have pushed Chat Noir to the top of popularity polls for years. If you want enough long stemmed cuts to create bouquets for everyone you know, invite this black cat into your garden. Outstanding vase life. Royal Horticultural Society AGM award.

By: Leafari

Gardening facts about Dahlia 'Black Cat' plant

How to Grow Dahlia 'Black Cat'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • red
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • glossy
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