Sam Hopkins Dahlia Cutting – Deep Burgundy-Black Blooms
Deep Burgundy Ball Dahlia with Velvet-Like Blooms
At Bloomstead Farms in Del Norte, Colorado, Sam Hopkins is our go-to for rich, dramatic color in the field.
This beloved dark burgundy ball dahlia produces perfectly formed, tightly layered blooms in deep wine-red tones that can read almost black in certain light. Its saturated color adds depth and contrast to bouquets, cut-flower gardens, and late-summer borders.
Sam Hopkins is especially valued for its strong stems, uniform bloom shape, and excellent vase life, making it a reliable performer for both home gardeners and flower growers.
Why Grow Sam Hopkins
Rich, Moody Color
Deep burgundy blooms with velvety undertones.
Perfect Ball Form
Tightly layered 3–4” blooms with consistent symmetry.
Excellent Cut-Flower Variety
Strong stems and dependable production throughout the season.
High Yield & Reliable
A steady bloomer that performs well from midsummer through frost.
Pollinator Friendly
Attracts bees and beneficial insects.
Plant Details
Planting Season: Spring
Plant Height: 36–48 inches
Bloom Size: 3–4 inches (Ball form)
Bloom Season: Summer through late fall
Color: Deep burgundy / wine red
Characteristics: Attracts pollinators, easy to grow, fast growing
Staking is recommended for best support and stem strength.
What You’re Receiving
This listing is for a rooted dahlia cutting — a young, actively growing plant that has already been propagated and established in soil.
Cuttings offer:
• Verified, visible growth
• Faster establishment once planted
• Less uncertainty than dormant tubers
• A strong start going into summer
Each plant is carefully grown and hardened off on our farm before shipping.
Planting & Care Guide
Sunlight
Provide 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Soil
Plant in fertile, well-drained soil enriched with compost.
Staking
Install a 5–6 foot stake at planting and tie stems as they grow.
Watering
Water deeply 1–2 inches per week for strong root development.
Fertilizing
Begin fertilizing once established. Use balanced fertilizer early and reduce nitrogen as plants mature.
Shipping
We begin shipping late April through early May, once the danger of frost has passed and plants are strong enough for safe travel.
Different varieties root and mature at different rates, so orders ship when your plants are ready — not before.
Quantities are limited and released as plants are ready.
Sam Hopkins is the anchor flower — bold, dependable, and endlessly useful. If you’re building a garden with contrast and depth, this deep burgundy dahlia cutting belongs in it.
