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After Dusk

Wine-dark blooms that smolder at the edge of the evening garden

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Waterlily · 4"RedP.J.M. van Schie (2015)Netherlands

After Dusk was bred in Netherlands by P.J.M. van Schie in 2015. Twilight seems to settle early wherever After Dusk blooms, each flower a pool of ruby shadow above dark green foliage. The color runs so deep it reads almost black until low sun catches the petals and sets a wine-red glow moving through them. After Dusk is a waterlily dahlia that opens 4" blooms in red.

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Specifications

Physical

Form: Waterlily
Bloom class: BB4–6"
Bloom size: 4"(10.2 cm)
Plant height: 39–55"

Color

Color: Red
Pattern: Solid
Tags: dark redblack redmaroonburgundyrubywine

Growing context

Flowering season: Mid season
Cut flower: ✓ Yes
Stem length: 24"

Provenance

2015
Netherlands
Breeder: P.J.M. van Schie

Grower Profile

Difficulty

Advanced

Ideal for

Florists

Growing After Dusk

Stake early, because these stems climb well above waist height and carry their blooms high on long cutting stems. Give them full sun and steady water once buds form, and pinch the young shoots to build a bushier frame. Deadhead often to keep the dark blooms coming until frost, and lift the tubers for winter storage where the ground freezes.

Spacing: Space roughly 2–3 ft apart
Staking: Stake early — stems carry heavy blooms and lean in wind

Frequently asked questions

How tall does After Dusk dahlia grow?

After Dusk reaches 39–55" at maturity, so plan to stake plants early to keep heavy blooms upright.

When does After Dusk dahlia bloom?

After Dusk is a midseason bloomer, in flower from midsummer through first frost.

Is After Dusk dahlia good for cut flowers?

Yes — After Dusk is well suited for cutting, with approximately 7-day vase life. Stems typically reach about 24″.

Is After Dusk hard to grow?

After Dusk is rated challenging — it rewards experienced growers with patience and more attention to staking, feeding, and pest pressure than the average variety.