โœ‚ Cut Flower๐Ÿ† Exhibition

Hollyhill Spiderwoman

The dahlia everyone stops to ask about.

Also known as: Hollyhill Spider Woman

Hollyhill Spiderwoman dahlia โ€” community photo
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Novelty Double ยท 4โ€“6"Dark BlendT&M Kennedy (2004)United States

Hollyhill Spiderwoman is a novelty double dahlia that opens 4โ€“6" blooms with Dark Blend coloring. Deep wine and burgundy petals spiral into long, twisted tubes tipped in white, the effect less "flower bed" and more "otherworldly creature." This is the variety that earns you a reputation at the farmers market and makes your cutting garden unforgettable from July through October. It was bred in United States by T&M Kennedy in 2004.

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Availability & pricing

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Specifications

Physical

Form
Novelty Double
Bloom class
BB4โ€“6"
Bloom size
4โ€“6"(10.2โ€“15.2 cm)
Plant height
35โ€“47"

Color

Color
Dark Blend
Tags
burgundypurplewinemaroondeep red

Growing context

Flowering season
Mid season
Cut flower
โœ“ Yes
Exhibition
โœ“ Yes
Stem length
35"

Provenance

2004
United States
Breeder
T&M Kennedy

Grower Profile

Difficulty

Intermediate

Ideal for

HobbyistsFloristsExhibitors

Growing Hollyhill Spiderwoman

Pinch your plant when it reaches about knee height to multiply stem count and keep growth compact. Stake early. The tall, vigorous stems need support as the season progresses. Cut blooms when they are three-quarters open. Consistent moisture and full sun keep production strong through the season.

Spacing
Space roughly 2โ€“3 ft apart
Staking
Staking recommended once buds set

Frequently asked questions

How tall does Hollyhill Spiderwoman dahlia grow?

Hollyhill Spiderwoman reaches 35โ€“47" at maturity, so plan to stake plants early to keep heavy blooms upright.

When does Hollyhill Spiderwoman dahlia bloom?

Hollyhill Spiderwoman is a midseason bloomer, in flower from midsummer through first frost.

Is Hollyhill Spiderwoman dahlia good for cut flowers?

Yes โ€” Hollyhill Spiderwoman is well suited for cutting, with approximately 5-day vase life. Stems typically reach about 35โ€ณ.

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