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Sam Hopkins

The stem everyone at the farmers market asks about.

Sam Hopkins dahlia — community photo
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Waterlily · 3.9–5.9"Dark Blend

Some blooms catch the eye. Sam Hopkins stops it cold. The near-black buds unfurl into deep maroon petals that absorb light like velvet, each bloom a floating layer of quiet drama.

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Specifications

Physical

Form
Waterlily
Bloom class
BB4–6"
Bloom size
3.9–5.9"(10.0–15.0 cm)
Plant height
30–47"

Color

Color
Dark Blend
Pattern
Solid
Tags
dark redmaroonnear-blackburgundyvelvet

Growing context

Flowering season
Mid season
Cut flower
✓ Yes

Growing Sam Hopkins

Plant your tubers in full sun once the soil has warmed and all frost risk has passed. Pinch the central shoot early to push energy into side branches and you will be rewarded with a steady flush of long, strong stems through summer and into autumn. Keep soil consistently moist but never waterlogged, and stake plants early. Deadhead regularly to keep blooms coming, and take cuttings to the base rather than snapping them off to avoid stressing your plant.

Spacing
Space roughly 2–3 ft apart
Staking
Staking recommended once buds set

Frequently asked questions

How tall does Sam Hopkins dahlia grow?

Sam Hopkins reaches 30–47" at maturity, so plan to stake plants early to keep heavy blooms upright.

When does Sam Hopkins dahlia bloom?

Sam Hopkins is a midseason bloomer, in flower from midsummer through first frost.

Is Sam Hopkins dahlia good for cut flowers?

Yes — Sam Hopkins is well suited for cutting.

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