Pulp Fiction Dahlia
Dahlia pinnata 'Pulp Fiction'
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| Under $50 | $9.99 |
| $50 - $99.99 | $14.99 |
| $100 - $149.99 | $16.99 |
| $150+ | $24.99 |
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Highlights
Pulp Fiction Dahlia highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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Botanical Name
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Growing Zones
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Mature Height
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Mature Spread
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Spacing
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Moisture
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Soil
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Growth RateFast
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Pollinator Friendly
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Pruning Time
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Bloom PeriodSummer, Fall
Growing Zones 1-11 annually
Mysterious and dramatic, the Pulp Fiction Dahlia (Dahlia pinnata 'Pulp Fiction') is an incredible contrasting red bloom with dark burgundy-red near-black centers and stems. The drama doesn't stop there as these daisy-like blooms are backed by deeply toothed near-black foliage with burgundy-red tones!
Pulp Fiction starts and finishes with fiery red blooms mid-summer through autumn! Growing to 8-10 inches in height when in bloom, and spreading to a dramatic 12-36 inch mound of dark foliage that accents everything in its presence. Calling butterflies, hummingbirds, and admirers to your garden!
Hardy in-ground in USDA growing zones 9-11. The shock of color rises above deep-purple, almost black foliage that holds its color all summer as well! You can bring these plants in as houseplants before frost in the winter. But cooler zones need not miss out, Pulp Fiction Dahlia can be dug in the fall, cut off the stems and green, and let them dry a few days before putting them in moist sand in a box and stored in the basement or wherever it is above freezing until spring.
Planting and Application:
So versatile, Pulp Fiction will lend vivid color to your perennial gardens and borders, cutting gardens, planters, and containers alike! Fantastic cut flowers and pollinator garden blooms, Dahlia are double-duty flowers that can be enjoyed indoors and out!
Pulp Fiction Dahlia is compact and just the right size to fit anywhere, they make up for their height with a colorful presence! Features tidy and low-maintenance, upright growth. Pot up in container gardens, planters, and window boxes, so that even patio and porch gardeners and balcony gardens can enjoy these dramatic blooms!
- Bold Red Blooms Don't Fade
- Near Black Foliage
- Versatile Use Indoors or Out
- Great for Pollinators & Cut Flower Bouquets
- Small-Sized Containers, Beds & Borders, Garden Specimens
#ProPlantTips for Care:
Pulp Fiction blooms all summer without fading in full sun to partial sun locations in a wide range of soil types, as long as it is well-drained! Soak the tubers for a few hours before planting and plant them with their fingers spread out gently and pointing downwards. Water well and maintain consistent moisture, adding 3-4 inches of mulch helps considerably.
Dahlia tubers can be dug after frost and stored in all growing zones! Dig up the plants after the first frost to save your tubers for the next year. Let them dry out, and then place in paper bags or boxes in a cool place and sprinkle a little water on the tubers periodically to keep them from drying out. In a frost-free climate, leave the tubers in the ground and trim the stems once they die back.
- Full Sun to Partial Shade
- Well-Drained Organic Soil
- Moderate Consistent Moisture
- Easy Care Perennial Tuber
- Lift Tubers in Cold Growing Zones in Fall After Frost
- Appreciates Monthly Fertilizer
These exotic beauties will make you fall in love! Start your Dahlia collection or feed your existing Dahlia obsession with the gorgeous Pulp Fiction Dahlia from Nature Hills today! Nature Hills ships your quality bulbs and tubers at the appropriate planting time for your growing zones.
