Ryan C Decorative Dahlia

Ryan C Decorative Dahlia

Ryan C delivers dramatic, deep plum-purple blooms tipped in crisp white, with each flower showing its own unique pattern—from bold checkering to near-solid petals. This lively bi-color effect makes it a standout in beds and irresistible in bouquets. Expect abundant flowers on sturdy plants that keep the color show going right through the season. 

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Details

• Form: Formal Decorative. (Some growers note it can read “ball-like” when petals tighten.) 

• Bloom Size: BB (4–6 inches), occasionally reaching ~7 inches under ideal conditions. 

• Plant Height: Tall (>48"), typically 4–5 ft. 

• Stem Strength: Strong—great for cutting. 

• Unicorn Status: Common (widely offered by specialty growers). 

• Primary Color: Purple (deep plum/violet). 

• Secondary Color: White (tipped/bi-color; occasional solid blooms). 

• Plant ID: 4981

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A Bit of History

Beloved by cut-flower growers and home gardeners alike, Ryan C is prized for its playful, unpredictable bi-coloring—a trait that means it can “bounce” between tipped and solid flowers through the season. That variability, combined with reliable vigor and bouquet-ready stems, explains why it shows up on so many farm lists year after year. 

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Ideal For

• Cutting gardens — strong stems and distinctive, photo-friendly blooms

• Mixed borders — saturated color that pops at mid-to-back of beds

• Wedding bouquets — romantic purple-and-white patterns for unique arrangements

• Large containers — statement color with season-long performance

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Pairs Well With

Dahlia ‘Fleurel’ (white dinnerplate) — amplifies the white tips for high contrast

Dahlia ‘Cornel Bronze’ — warm bronze tones make the purple sing

Russian sage (Perovskia) or blue salvia — airy, cool spikes that frame the blooms