Cafe Au Lait

Cafe Au Lait is a classic and well-loved dahlia. She is a showstopper in a bouquet or flower arrangement.  She typically needs a little extra room to grow and will definitely need sturdy support to keep the blooms upright. Her vase life is not as long as some of the other dahlia varieties, but the unique color makes her a favorite in the garden. 

Bloom Size: B 6-8"

Form: ID - Informal Decorative

Color: PK Pink (Note: color can vary from cream to light pink)

Height Varies: 4-5 feet

Hybridizer: Bruidegom (Holland)

Year Introduced: 1968

ADS Classification: 2104

Note: One of the most iconic dahlias of all time, a true beauty. She takes her time to bloom. If you need her for a summer wedding, plan on starting tubers early indoors. Her tubers are often shaped like a light bulb with multiple eyes. Vase life is dependent upon stage of bloom at harvest. If cut at full bloom, expect a very short vase life. 

This listing is for one (1) dahlia tuber. All tubers will be shipped via USPS Priority Mail beginning in April, weather permitting.

Dahlia Care: Wait until all danger of frost is past before planting. Dahlias should not be planted outdoors until ground temperature reaches 55-60 degrees. Hold off planting if the forecast is predicting rain. Overwatering newly planted tubers may lead to rot.

Dahlias thrive in rich, well-drained soil. Use slug and snail bait at planting, don't wait until the sprout appears.

Dahlias should be planted in full sun in a location that receives a minimum of 6-8 hours of sun.

Most dahlias grow quite tall and require support, similar to tomato plants.

Most importantly, I hope these tubers grow into beautiful plants that bring you joy for years to come. Thank you for supporting my small business!