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Aug 27, 2022 8:02 AM CST
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Name: Dave
Virginia 6a (Zone 6a)
I dutifully labeled these dahlias, but they are not identified correctly. I had this one as Color Spectacle, but the blooms are not as described on the packaging. Anyone here recognize this dahlia?
Thanks in advance!

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Aug 27, 2022 11:42 AM CST
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Name: Suzanne/Sue
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Where did you purchase them from? Name of vendor?
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Aug 27, 2022 11:50 AM CST
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Name: Dave
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Calif_Sue said: Where did you purchase them from? Name of vendor?


Thanks for looking at the post Cali_Sue, I purchased both this one (labeled Color Spectacle) and the other (Lucky Number) from a big box store, probably Lowes.
I no longer buy dahlias there, and now buy exclusively from reputable growers.
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Aug 27, 2022 11:53 AM CST
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Yeah, those imported varieties are notorious for mislabeled bulbs. These are mass produced for the landscape and big box stores.
Most here buy specialty dahlias direct from growers.
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Aug 27, 2022 11:59 AM CST
Name: Dan
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So many dahlias look alike in color, size or form that's it's often hard/impossible to pinpoint one from a photo. If you know the name of the seller, as Sue mentioned, it might narrow down the possibilities.
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