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Brian Ray

Deep lavender blooms with white-edged petals on vigorous, floriferous stems

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Formal Decorative · 4.5–5"Lavender

Brian Ray is a formal decorative dahlia that opens 4.5–5" blooms in lavender. Brian Ray is a small-flowered bicolor dahlia that stands out for its rich, deep lavender petals each tipped with a crisp white edge. The tight, symmetrical blooms sit atop strong, upright stems and arrive in abundance from midsummer through frost.

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Specifications

Physical

Form: Formal Decorative
Bloom class: BB4–6"
Bloom size: 4.5–5"(11.4–12.7 cm)
Plant height: 42–48"

Color

Color: Lavender/White
Pattern: Bicolor
Tags: lavenderdeep lavenderwhite edgevioletsoft purplelilac

Growing context

Cut flower: ✓ Yes

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Difficulty

Intermediate

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Growing Brian Ray

Pinch above the third set of leaves when plants are knee-high to encourage branching and maximize bloom count. Stake early, as stems grow tall and benefit from support against wind and rain. Water consistently at the base and feed with a low-nitrogen fertilizer once buds begin to form. Cut blooms regularly to keep new buds coming through autumn.

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