When you touch this dahlia you will know why they named it porcupine! Firm feeling, like a ball dahlia, but with pointed tips. In a category of it's own. Good cut flower.I have not seen another Variety with the unique petal structure like Valley Porcupine. Stunning blush pink & cream blooms with a flush of soft yellow on some blooms and other blooms have a darker cranberry at the center and on the tips of the petals. Pedals are cupped and look like a porcupine quill, hence the name:) This variety is a must have in the garden and is an extremely productive bloomer. This one will always have a space in my garden.