Mystery Day Formal Decorative Dahlia

Mystery Day Decorative Dahlia 

Mystery Day is a captivating dahlia that brings drama and elegance to the garden. Its large, double blooms open with deep purple-red petals tipped in icy white, creating a striking, hand-painted effect. Rising above lush, bushy green foliage, each 7-inch flower adds bold color and refined structure to beds, borders, or cutting gardens. From mid-summer through the first frost, Mystery Day consistently delivers show-stopping blooms that gardeners and flower lovers will cherish.

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Details

• Form: Formal Decorative (Double Bloom)

• Bloom Size: B (7 inches)

• Plant Height: Medium to Tall (42–44")

• Stem Strength: Strong

• Unicorn Status: Common

• Primary Color: Deep Purple-Red

• Secondary Color: Icy White Tips

• Plant ID: 

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A Bit of History

Mystery Day is admired for its bold, painterly coloration and dependable garden performance. While breeder details are limited, this variety is prized by collectors and home gardeners alike for its bushy habit, strong stems, and long-lasting blooms. Its striking purple-red petals with icy white tips make it a standout in cutting gardens, show beds, and mixed borders.

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Ideal For

• Cutting gardens
• Cottage and mixed borders
• Market bouquets
• Floral arrangements and wedding displays

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Pairs Well With

• AC David – deep maroon blooms for dramatic contrast

• Hawaii – coral-pink and golden tones to add warmth and vibrancy

• Café au Lait – soft cream blooms for gentle, elegant balance