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Verrone's Obsidian

The jet-black bloom that steals every arrangement it lands in.

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Novelty Open Center · 3–5"PurpleRoland Verrone (2011)United States

Verrone's Obsidian is a novelty open center dahlia that opens 3–5" blooms in purple. Deep cabernet petals curl back around a bright gold center, reading almost black in low light and pure plum in full sun. Roland Verrone spent years chasing this color saturation before finally registering the cultivar in 2013. It was bred in United States by Roland Verrone in 2011.

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Availability & pricing

Only one grower is currently listing Verrone's Obsidian, which makes this a limited-availability dahlia this season. Listings are priced at $13 — in line with novelty open center dahlias this season.

Sellers ship from NJ. Most current listings are pre-order, which is typical for tubers outside the spring shipping window.

Specifications

Physical

Form
Novelty Open Center
Bloom class
BB4–6"
Bloom size
3–5"(7.6–12.7 cm)
Plant height
30–42"

Color

Color
Purple
Pattern
Solid
Tags
blacknear-blackdeep purplecabernetplumburgundy

Growing context

Flowering season
Mid season
Cut flower
✓ Yes
Stem length
18"

Provenance

2011
United States
Breeder
Roland Verrone

Grower Profile

Difficulty

Intermediate

Ideal for

HobbyistsFlorists

Growing Verrone's Obsidian

Pinch the center stem when plants reach knee-height to push more branching. Stake early since tall stems carry heavy heads that can flop in wet weather. Cut blooms just as petals unfurl for the longest hold in bouquets. Full sun deepens the near-black tone, while afternoon shade keeps the gold centers vivid.

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

Frequently asked questions

Where can I buy Verrone's Obsidian dahlia tubers?

Verrone's Obsidian is currently listed by 1 grower on The Dahlia Hub, with prices starting at $13. Compare sellers in the listings panel above to check availability, shipping, and ratings.

How much are Verrone's Obsidian dahlia tubers?

Tubers of Verrone's Obsidian on The Dahlia Hub are listed at $13.

How tall does Verrone's Obsidian dahlia grow?

Verrone's Obsidian reaches 30–42" at maturity, so plan to stake plants early to keep heavy blooms upright.

When does Verrone's Obsidian dahlia bloom?

Verrone's Obsidian is a midseason bloomer, in flower from midsummer through first frost.

Is Verrone's Obsidian dahlia good for cut flowers?

Yes — Verrone's Obsidian is well suited for cutting, with approximately 5-day vase life. Stems typically reach about 18″.

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