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Twyning's After Eight

The variety that made dark foliage a design choice, not a novelty.

Also known as: Twyning's After 8

Twyning's After Eight

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Single · 3–3.3"WhiteM. Twyning (2004)United Kingdom

In late summer the garden turns green and flat. Twyning's After Eight hasn't. The leaves are nearly black, a deep wine-bruised brown that absorbs light. It was bred in United Kingdom by M. Twyning in 2004.

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Specifications

Physical

Form
Single
Bloom class
Munder 4"
Bloom size
3–3.3"(7.5–8.5 cm)
Plant height
20–39"

Color

Color
White
Pattern
Solid
Tags
whiteyellow centerblack foliagedark leavesnear-black

Growing context

Flowering season
Late season
Cut flower
✓ Yes
Stem length
24"

Provenance

2004
United Kingdom
Breeder
M. Twyning
RHS registration
219157

Awards & Recognition

  • ★RHS Award of Garden Merit

Growing Twyning's After Eight

Plant in full sun after your last frost, in fertile, well-drained soil. Protect from waterlogging, which dulls the foliage color. Pinch the growing tip early to encourage branching. Stake once your plant is established. Deadhead regularly to keep flowers coming from midsummer through autumn. Lift tubers before the first hard frost and store somewhere cool and dry.

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

Frequently asked questions

How tall does Twyning's After Eight dahlia grow?

Twyning's After Eight reaches 20–39" at maturity, so plan to stake plants early to keep heavy blooms upright.

When does Twyning's After Eight dahlia bloom?

Twyning's After Eight is a late bloomer, starting in late summer and continuing until first frost.

Is Twyning's After Eight dahlia good for cut flowers?

Yes — Twyning's After Eight is well suited for cutting. Stems typically reach about 24″.

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