Rip City informal Decorative Dahlia

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Add dramatic, moody beauty to your garden with Rip City! This stunning dahlia features rich, velvety burgundy-red petals that deepen to nearly black at the center, creating an unforgettable, sophisticated bloom. Its beautifully layered petals and dark, romantic coloring make it a favorite for gardeners and floral designers alike. With an abundance of blooms and excellent cutting potential, Rip City is a wonderful choice for creating striking bouquets and adding depth to your late-summer and fall garden.

Details

• Form: Informal Decorative (ID)
• Bloom Size: BB (4–6 inches)
• Plant Height: Medium (approximately 36–48 inches)
• Stem Strength: Strong
• Unicorn Status: Common
• Primary Color: Dark Red / Burgundy
• Secondary Color: Near-Black

A Bit of History

Rip City is a well-loved dahlia variety known for its dramatic, dark coloring and reliable garden performance. Its name is associated with Portland, Oregon, and the nickname made famous by the city's NBA team, the Portland Trail Blazers. Gardeners appreciate Rip City for its rich cranberry, plum, and burgundy tones, which create beautiful contrast in both garden beds and floral arrangements. It is also valued for its productive growth and ability to provide striking flowers throughout the growing season.

Ideal For

• Cutting gardens and homegrown bouquets
• Romantic wedding and event florals
• Dramatic fall floral arrangements
• Adding rich, dark contrast to garden borders

Pairs Well With

• Café au Lait – Creamy, blush-toned blooms soften Rip City's deep, dramatic coloring.
• Jowey Mirella – Rich burgundy ball blooms create a luxurious, coordinated color palette.
• Labyrinth – Warm peach, coral, and pink tones provide a beautiful contrast to Rip City's dark petals.