Dahlia - Cafe au Lait
Discover the enchanting 'Cafe au Lait' Dahlia, a bloom celebrated for its ethereal cream and peach hues. This variety produces exceptionally large flowers, spanning 6 to 10 inches in diameter, creating a dramatic visual impact. It's remarkably easy to grow, thriving in full sun, making it an excellent choice for both garden beauty and stunning summer floral arrangements. Enjoy its consistent blooming from summer through fall, bringing poetic beauty to your space. This offering includes three clumps of tubers, ensuring a generous start to your garden.
$23.96
Owner Satisfaction
4.1
/ 5
Category Rank
2993
/ 3259
#2993 in Plant & Flower Bulbs
Price vs Category Average
+2%
Above average
Planting Depth
34
/ Tubers -"+; Crown at soil line
Who it's for
- Highly Sought-After Color Palette
- Dramatic Dinnerplate Blooms
- Exceptional Cut Flower Performance
Who should skip it
- Requires Intensive Staking
- Premium Price Point and Scarcity
- Sensitive to Weather and Pests
Key Specs
Planting Depth
Tubers 3-4"+; Crown at soil line
Planting Proximity
18-24 inches
Planting Season
Spring
Bloom Season
Summer to Fall
Water Requirement
Moderate
Sunlight Requirement
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
8-11
Mature Height
36 – 48 inches
Features
- Unique cream and peach flower coloring
- Exceptionally large blooms (6-10 inches)
- Easy to cultivate in full sun
- Ideal for cut flower arrangements
- Blooms consistently from summer to fall
- Ships as 3 separate tuber clumps
- Perennial life cycle
- Attracts butterflies
What customers say
Customer sentiment for the 'Cafe au Lait' dahlia centers on high reward balanced against significant risk, primarily concerning tuber quality and viability. When the tubers thrive, buyers are thrilled, calling the enormous, uniquely toned blooms show stopping and worth the premium price for exceptional garden displays. However, a major pain point involves receiving tubers that are small, soft, or fail to sprout entirely. Because this variety carries high expectations and a high cost, non-viability causes profound disappointment. To maintain customer loyalty and justify the investment, consistent delivery of robust, healthy tubers is essential to meet the demand for this iconic flower.
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