- Informal decorative
- Perennial
- Zones 8–10
- Burgundy
- Double
Rip City
Perennial informal decorative dahlia in burgundy, blooming in midsummer, late summer, and fall. Informal decorative, slightly nodding blooms in a chocolaty red. USDA zones 8–10.
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At a glance
- Flower form
- Informal decorative Double · Small · 4–6 in (10–15 cm)
- Colors
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- Burgundy
- Blooms
- Midsummer, Late summer, Fall 80–100 days from planting
- Vase life
- 5 days
- Height
- 4–5 ft (122–152 cm) (estimated)
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Hardiness
- USDA zones 8–10 Perennial
Lift or treat as an annual below zone 8.
- Planted as
- Tuber
- Botanical name
- Dahlia hybrid
In the garden
- Occasionally severely damaged by deer (Rutgers rating)
Origin
An informal decorative dahlia sold by many flower farms for its dark chocolate-red blooms.
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Where to buy
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Questions
Is Rip City hardy in my zone?
Rip City survives winter in the ground in USDA zones 8 to 10. In colder zones treat it as an annual or lift it before the ground freezes.
Does Rip City need full sun?
Rip City grows in full sun.
When does Rip City bloom?
Rip City blooms in midsummer, late summer, and fall, about 80–100 days from planting.
Is Rip City good for cutting?
Yes. Cut stems of Rip City last about 5 days in a vase.
