Dahlia 'Le Baron' Bulb

'Le Baron' Dahlia, with its deep magenta-purple petals poised elegantly atop sturdy brown stalks, promises to be the most majestic presence in your garden. This remarkable variety captivates with soft quilled petals and an intensely vivid magenta-purple hue, injecting a vibrant burst of life into your late summer landscape, just as other blooms begin to fade. An indispensable addition to any cutting garden, 'Le Baron' Dahlia ensures that your floral arrangements floral arrangements will leave a lasting impression, dazzling all who behold them.

Beyond its striking appearance in beds and borders, this purple dahlia variety adapts beautifully to container gardening, allowing you to sprinkle its bright colors across your porch or deck as well. The plant's upright stature, abundant blooms, and toothy dark green foliage flourish with a bit of support for its generous flowerheads.

For optimal growth, the 'Le Baron' Dahlia thrives in full sunshine, benefiting from heavy feeding , abundant water, and ample space to spread its roots, especially in areas shielded from high winds and driving rains. The rewards of such care are unparalleled, with blooms that captivate and command attention.

'Le Baron' stands out for its ease of cultivation and dramatic coloration, making it a must-have for enthusiasts and novice gardeners alike. Add this show-stopping, richly colored dahlia to your collection for standout blooms that will indeed halt onlookers in their tracks.

Dahlias come in a wide variety of sizes, shapes, and colors. Dahlias are grown from tubers, which are similar to bulbs, so they're easy to plant. Follow our expert's advice on how to plant and care for dahlias in our Dahlia Care Guide. To learn more about dahlias, read our blog All About Dahlias.

Please NOTE: In Zones 3-7, the bulbs will need to be lifted before the first frost and overwintered inside. However, dahlias can be grown as annuals in all Zones.