Irish D. Porter

Irish D Porter is one of the most distinctive pompon varieties, producing small, finely formed blooms that bring a sense of scale and precision to the garden. The flowers are delicate in size, with soft blush and cream tones that read almost luminous up close.

There is a contrast in its presence, with airy, intricate blooms carried on plants that often grow taller than expected. Expect this variety to suprise and delight with its mini-blooms and soft hues.

Highly productive and sought after for its refined scale, it is especially valued in wedding work and detailed arrangements where smaller blooms create depth and texture.

Plant details

Botanical name: Dahlia ‘Irish D Porter’
Bloom size: 1.5 to 2 inches
Plant height: 3.5 to 5 feet, often taller
Bloom form: Pompon
Color: soft blush pink with creamy undertones and a warm center
Best for: wedding work, micro arrangements, adding texture and fine detail
Sun needs: full sun
Spacing: 12 to 18 inches
Support: recommended

What you will receive

Each listing is for one dahlia tuber.

Your tuber will be a healthy, individual tuber with at least one viable eye or clear evidence of viability appropriate to the season. As a living product, tubers naturally vary in shape and size.

Shipping information

Tubers ship in spring once weather conditions are appropriate for safe transit and planting preparation. Orders may ship in batches based on region and seasonal timing.

Please note that if your order includes multiple varieties, all tubers may ship together.

Growing notes

Dahlias thrive in full sun, fertile well-draining soil, and consistent watering once established. For best results, plant after danger of frost has passed and soil has begun to warm.

Irish D Porter is a vigorous and productive grower, producing a high volume of small blooms on long, slender stems. Its consistent output and strong stems make it especially valuable for cutting and detailed floral work. Regular harvesting encourages continued flowering throughout the season.

Please note

Because tubers are perishable, seasonal products, all sales are final. If there is an issue with your order, please contact us within 5 days of delivery so we can make it right where appropriate.