{"id":9922,"date":"2026-04-09T08:24:09","date_gmt":"2026-04-09T05:24:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/staging.myorganicworld.net\/?post_type=product&p=9922"},"modified":"2026-10-01T08:35:15","modified_gmt":"2026-10-01T05:35:15","slug":"dahlia-pinnata-black-forest-ruby","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/staging.myorganicworld.net\/ar\/product\/dahlia-pinnata-black-forest-ruby\/","title":{"rendered":"Dahlia Pinnata Black Forest Ruby"},"content":{"rendered":"

Dahlia pinnata Black Forest Ruby Seeds<\/h2>\n

(2025 AAS Winner \u2014 Jet-Black Foliage with Red Blooms)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Dahlia pinnata Black Forest Ruby is a landmark achievement in seed-raised dahlia breeding. Awarded the 2025 All-America Selections National Award<\/strong> \u2014 the most respected evaluation of garden performance in North America \u2014 Black Forest Ruby boasts captivating jet-black foliage<\/strong>, a sturdy knee-high stature<\/strong>, and prolific flowering<\/strong>. Its vibrant red blooms<\/strong> stand out beautifully against the dark backdrop, making it perfect for gardens and containers alike.<\/p>\n

Black Forest Ruby displays stunning single to semi-double flowers<\/strong> which radiate in all shades of red<\/strong>, ranging from scarlet to wine,<\/strong> and contrast beautifully to the dark pinnata leaves<\/strong>. The visual impact of this combination \u2014 vivid, saturated red flowers against near-black foliage \u2014 is dramatic and immediately striking, creating a contrast that elevates any garden or container display to a level of sophistication rarely achieved by a seed-raised annual.<\/p>\n

Foliage color varies from dark green black to shades of dark green; as light intensity increases, it gets darker \u2014 meaning that in Gulf full-sun conditions, the foliage will develop its deepest, most dramatic near-black coloration, enhancing the contrast with the red blooms to its maximum effect.<\/p>\n

Black Forest Ruby flowers continuously from summer over autumn until the first frost, making it one of the longest-performing seed dahlias available.<\/p>\n

In Gulf conditions, this translates to excellent performance through the cool season from establishment in autumn through the productive winter-spring window.<\/p>\n

Variety Details<\/h3>\n
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  • Variety: Black Forest Ruby<\/strong><\/li>\n
  • Species: Dahlia pinnata<\/strong><\/li>\n
  • Breeder: Takii Europe B.V.<\/strong><\/li>\n
  • Award: All-America Selections National Winner 2025<\/strong><\/li>\n
  • Flower type: Semi-double to double; varies from single to semi-double<\/strong><\/li>\n
  • Flower color: Scarlet to wine red \u2014 all shades of red<\/strong><\/li>\n
  • Flower diameter: 6\u20139 cm (2.5\u20133.5 inches)<\/strong><\/li>\n
  • Foliage: Jet-black to near-black (darkens with increased light intensity)<\/strong><\/li>\n
  • Height: 50\u201370 cm<\/strong><\/li>\n
  • Spread: 25\u201335 cm<\/strong><\/li>\n
  • Days to first flower from sowing: 85 days<\/strong><\/li>\n
  • Staking required: No \u2014 sturdy self-supporting stems<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Key Features<\/h3>\n
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    • 2025 All-America Selections National Winner \u2014 best seed dahlia on the market.<\/li>\n
    • Jet-black foliage provides a dramatic backdrop for the red blooms.<\/li>\n
    • Prolific semi-double to double scarlet-to-wine flowers throughout the season.<\/li>\n
    • Foliage darkens with more sunlight \u2014 full sun produces the most dramatic near-black color.<\/li>\n
    • Sturdy self-supporting stems \u2014 no staking required.<\/li>\n
    • 85 days to first flower from sowing \u2014 relatively fast for a dahlia.<\/li>\n
    • Disease and pest resistant performance throughout the season.<\/li>\n
    • Excellent for containers, combination planters, and garden beds.<\/li>\n
    • Pollinator friendly \u2014 attracts butterflies and bees.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Plant Information<\/h3>\n
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      • Height: 50\u201370 cm<\/strong>
        \nSpread: 25\u201335 cm<\/strong>
        \nPlant type: Tender annual (tubers can be overwintered in frost-free conditions)<\/strong>
        \nHabit: Upright, compact, self-supporting<\/strong>
        \nFoliage: Jet-black to near-black (intensifies in full sun)<\/strong>
        \nSun: Full sun<\/strong>
        \nSoil: Rich, well-drained, airy soil or potting mix, pH 6.0\u20137.0<\/strong>
        \nWater: Keep soil consistently moist; water deeply 2\u20133 times per week<\/strong>
        \nSpacing: 25\u201330 cm apart<\/strong>
        \nFertilizer: Feed every two weeks; avoid excess nitrogen<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Seed Germination<\/h3>\n
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        • Seed depth: Press into soil and barely cover \u2014 very light cover of 3\u20135 mm<\/strong><\/li>\n
        • Germination time: 5\u201312 days at 20\u201323\u00b0C<\/strong><\/li>\n
        • Ideal germination temperature: 20\u201323\u00b0C<\/strong><\/li>\n
        • Sow in cell packs or individual small pots in a well-drained, porous seed-starting mix at 20\u201323\u00b0C.<\/li>\n
        • Press seeds into the soil surface and cover very lightly \u2014 a fine layer of vermiculite or compost no more than 3\u20135 mm.<\/li>\n
        • Keep consistently moist but not waterlogged.<\/li>\n
        • Germination occurs in 5\u201312 days. Once seedlings emerge, maintain good light and grow on at 18\u00b0C.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          Growing Tips<\/h3>\n
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          • Sow Black Forest Ruby seeds in individual cells or small pots in well-drained, porous seed-starting mix at 20\u201323\u00b0C.<\/li>\n
          • Press seeds lightly into the surface and cover with a very fine layer of vermiculite.<\/li>\n
          • Keep moist but not saturated. Germination takes 5\u201312 days. After emergence, reduce temperature slightly to 18\u00b0C to promote strong, compact growth.<\/li>\n
          • Transplant seedlings 21 days after sowing, or once they have developed their first set of true leaves, into individual pots.<\/li>\n
          • Grow on in full light and feed regularly with a balanced fertilizer at a moderate rate \u2014 avoid excess nitrogen which promotes foliage at the expense of flowering.<\/li>\n
          • Plant in their final position in rich, well-drained soil or large containers in full sun, spacing 25\u201330 cm apart.<\/li>\n
          • Full sun exposure intensifies the black foliage coloration and produces the most dramatic contrast with the red flowers.<\/li>\n
          • Deadhead spent blooms regularly to encourage continuous new flower production throughout the season.<\/li>\n
          • Black Forest Ruby is self-supporting and does not require staking \u2014 a significant practical advantage over many dahlias.<\/li>\n
          • Water deeply and consistently \u2014 dahlias are heavy drinkers and perform best with reliable moisture, though good drainage is essential to prevent crown rot.<\/li>\n
          • In Gulf conditions, Black Forest Ruby performs as a cool-season to warm-season annual.<\/li>\n
          • Sow in September\u2013October for transplanting in November, with peak flowering from December through April.<\/li>\n
          • The full-sun Gulf conditions will produce the darkest, most dramatic foliage color, maximizing the visual impact of the red-against-black contrast.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            Gulf Planting Season<\/h3>\n
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            • Best sowing time in the Gulf: September\u2013October (indoors)<\/strong>
              \nTransplanting: November<\/strong>
              \nExpected flowering: December\u2013April (85 days from sowing to first flower)<\/strong>
              \nNote<\/strong>: Full sun intensifies foliage black coloration \u2014 Gulf conditions produce the most dramatic contrast. Deadhead regularly for continuous flowering throughout the season.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

              Garden and Floral Uses<\/h3>\n
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              • Garden beds and borders \u2014 bold architectural color contrast<\/li>\n
              • Containers and combination planters \u2014 outstanding “thriller” role<\/li>\n
              • Cut flowers \u2014 long-stemmed, vibrant red blooms<\/li>\n
              • Pollinator gardens \u2014 attracts butterflies and bees<\/li>\n
              • Mixed tropical-style container displays<\/li>\n
              • Mass planting for landscape impact<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

                Dahlia Black Forest Ruby is the prestigious 2025 All-America Selections National Winner<\/strong> \u2014 developed by Takii Europe and celebrated as the best seed dahlia on the market. Featuring captivating jet-black foliage as a dramatic backdrop to prolific semi-double to double blooms ranging from bright scarlet to deep wine red, Black Forest Ruby reaches 50\u201370 cm on sturdy<\/strong>, no-stake stems. Easy to grow from seed with 85 days to first flower, it is excellent for Gulf containers, combination planters, and garden beds.<\/p>\n

                Packet Size: Contains 20 seeds.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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