Valley Tawny
Pickup available at Fox Cottage Farm
Usually ready in 5+ days
Valley Tawny is one of those quiet show-stealers — a dahlia that doesn’t scream for attention but somehow makes every arrangement feel richer, warmer, and more layered. Its hushed persimmon tones blend warm peach, apricot, and bronzed honey hues that shift gently throughout the season, sometimes leaning soft and creamy, other times deepening into golden, sun-baked warmth. It’s the kind of flower designers reach for when they want depth without heaviness — a true “blender” bloom that ties entire palettes together.
This hardworking variety is also a field favorite for its reliability. Valley Tawny blooms early, produces steadily, and holds strong through summer heat with sturdy stems perfect for cutting. If your garden leans toward earthy, romantic, or autumnal tones, this is a variety that earns its place quickly.
Form: Formal Decorative
Height: 4ft
Bloom Size: 4-6”
Shipping Information
Shipping begins in April, once weather conditions are safe and there is no risk of tubers freezing in transit. Because we’re growing and shipping from New Hampshire, timing is guided by the season — ensuring your tubers arrive ready to grow, not rushed out too soon.
1- 5 Tubers - $12.95
6-15 Tubers $17.95
16-30 Tubers - $20.95
31+ Tubers $25.95
LOCAL PICKUP
Local pickup is available one day only: Saturday, May 2nd, from 9:00 AM–2:00 PM.
Please choose local pickup only if you can commit to this date. Orders not picked up on May 2nd will be cancelled and refunded minus a 20% restocking fee. Orders will not be shipped. You will receive an email with the address in Portsmouth, NH the week before pickup.
Dahlia Sale Terms + Conditions
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Our Field Journal | Growing Guides
How to Store Dahlia Tubers Before Planting
Need to store your dahlia tubers before planting? Here’s how to keep them safe until the garden is ready, including the best temperatures, storage materials, and what to avoid.
Why Dahlia Tubers Don’t Always Look Perfect (And Why That’s Normal)
Dahlia tubers rarely look perfect when they arrive. Learn why wrinkles, odd shapes, and scars are completely normal — and what really matters when identifying a healthy tuber.
Dahlia Tuber Anatomy: Understanding the Parts of a Dahlia Tuber
Not sure what the eye, neck, or crown of a dahlia tuber is? This guide explains the anatomy of a dahlia tuber and what each part does to help the plant grow.