The Merlot is known for their dark and rich maroon tones, the color being similar to a glass of merlot wine. The flower can give a luxurious look in certain positions of light, giving your garden or bouquet an elegant presence. Petals are arranged in a ball-like bloom.

Bloom size averaging 3.5 inches, height reaching 4 feet tall.

Harvest Life for Dahlias: The perfect time to harvest a dahlia is when the bloom is about three-quarters or half a way until ripe, usually best to pick in the early mornings or cool evening. After cutting, the dahlia does not significantly open, so it is important to avoid harvesting at the bud stage or when the flower is fully bloomed and past its prime state.