{"product_id":"valley-porcupine","title":"Valley Porcupine","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eValley Porcupine\u003c\/b\u003e was introduced in \u003cb\u003e2002\u003c\/b\u003e by U.S. hybridizers \u003cb\u003eD. and L. Smith\u003c\/b\u003e (David and Leone Smith), based in the Western US.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eForm:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNovelty Fully Double (NX):\u003c\/b\u003e 'Valley Porcupine' is classified as a \u003cb\u003eNovelty Fully Double\u003c\/b\u003e form (ADS Classification: \u003cb\u003e7610\u003c\/b\u003e). This unique classification acknowledges its distinct, non-standard shape, where the fully double florets are rolled, delicately incurved, and pointed, creating a bristly, \"porcupine-like\" appearance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePetal Structure:\u003c\/b\u003e The individual petals resemble tiny canoes or quills, all pointing inwards toward the center, which gives the bloom a firm, almost prickly texture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLight Blend (LB):\u003c\/b\u003e It is classified as a \u003cb\u003eLight Blend (LB)\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eColor Palette:\u003c\/b\u003e The bloom features a highly desirable, delicate palette of \u003cb\u003ecreamy blush, silvery pink, and subtle white\/cream\u003c\/b\u003e. The petals are beautifully accented with a \u003cb\u003ericher shade of pink or fuchsia tips\u003c\/b\u003e and edging, often becoming more pronounced on the reverse of the petals. The color tends to soften and lighten as the bloom ages.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Size: (Small (BB\/M) to Novelty Size)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDiameter:\u003c\/b\u003e Blooms are petite, typically measuring \u003cb\u003e2 to 4 inches\u003c\/b\u003e (\u003cspan class=\"math-inline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"katex\"\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"katex-html\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"base\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"strut\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord\"\u003e5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e cm to \u003cspan class=\"math-inline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"katex\"\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"katex-html\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"base\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"strut\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord\"\u003e10\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e cm) across.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe official ADS size classification can vary slightly by source, but it falls into the range of \u003cb\u003eNovelty Double (over 2\")\u003c\/b\u003e or \u003cb\u003eSmall (BB)\u003c\/b\u003e, which is ideal for bouquets and intricate design work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMedium-to-Tall:\u003c\/b\u003e The plant typically grows to a height of \u003cb\u003e3 to 4 feet\u003c\/b\u003e (\u003cspan class=\"math-inline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"katex\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"katex-html\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"base\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"strut\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord\"\u003e0.9\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e m to \u003cspan class=\"math-inline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"katex\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"katex-html\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"base\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"strut\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord\"\u003e1.2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e m) tall, providing long, strong stems perfect for cutting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerformance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eExceptional Cut Flower:\u003c\/b\u003e This variety is highly prized by flower farmers and designers. Its unique texture makes it a fantastic accent flower, and it is noted for its \u003cb\u003efantastic, long-lasting vase life\u003c\/b\u003e compared to many other dahlia forms (often quoted around 5 days).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHigh Tuber Producer:\u003c\/b\u003e It is widely considered a \u003cb\u003egenerous and reliable tuber producer\u003c\/b\u003e, making it an excellent choice for beginner dahlia growers or those looking to expand their stock easily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLow Maintenance:\u003c\/b\u003e The strong stems mean that this variety often \u003cb\u003edoes not require staking\u003c\/b\u003e, simplifying garden care.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eExhibition Quality:\u003c\/b\u003e 'Valley Porcupine' makes regular appearances on the American Dahlia Society's \u003cb\u003e\"Fabulous 50\"\u003c\/b\u003e list of most frequent blue-ribbon winners, attesting to its structural excellence.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlease note that the listing is for \u003cu\u003eone tuber\u003c\/u\u003e.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\" style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003eWe guarantee you will receive a viable tuber true to variety, with an eye and healthy neck. Please examine your order immediately upon arrival and contact us via email (not social media) within 7 days if you see an issue with your order. After that 7 days the buyer accepts full responsibility for the tuber as we cannot be held responsible for\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e improper storage, weather, growing conditions, pest damage, plant performance, failure to thrive or negligence\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Makayla's Meadows","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46741757264089,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0756\/7494\/3705\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_cadeba05-e7a6-49e2-a9cb-44d36d33cdfb.png?v=1759556504","url":"https:\/\/www.makaylasmeadow.ca\/products\/valley-porcupine","provider":"Makayla's Meadow","version":"1.0","type":"link"}