Giant Dahlia 'Café au Lait' (1 tuber) – Timeless elegance in the garden! ☕🌸, Submitted by Van Noort
The giant Dahlia 'Café au Lait' is a real star of gardens and bouquets! With its large 23 cm (9") flowers in soft shades of cream, beige and pink , it brings a romantic and sophisticated touch to any outdoor space. Its vaporous appearance makes it an ideal choice for weddings, floral arrangements and elegant flowerbeds . Its generous flowering from early summer until the first frosts makes it an essential plant for lovers of XXL flowers.
🌱 Characteristics of the variety
📏 Height : 110 cm (44")
🌸 Flower size : 23 cm (9")
☀️ Exposure : Full sun
🌡 Hardiness : Not hardy (dig up the tubers before winter)
🦌 Deer Resistance : Low (they may be tempted!)
💧 Water requirements : Medium (moist but well-drained soil)
📍 Ideal soil : Silty, sandy or clayey, acidic to neutral pH
📦 Quantity : 1 tuber
🌿 Planting and growing Dahlia 'Café au Lait'
🔹 When to plant?
🗓️ From March to May , after the last frosts.
🔹 Where to plant it?
✔️ In open ground : Ideal for mixed beds and borders .
✔️ In a pot : Use a large container with good drainage .
🔹 How to plant?
1️⃣ Soak the tuber in water a few hours before planting.
2️⃣ Plant 4 cm deep , spacing the plants 50 cm apart.
3️⃣ Stake tall stems to prevent them from bending under the weight of the flowers.
4️⃣ Water regularly , but not excessively to avoid rot.
💡 Tip : Pair it with pink or white dahlias for a romantic and elegant palette.
🌿 Care of the Dahlia 'Café au Lait'
💦 Watering : Keep soil moist but well drained , especially during dry spells.
🌱 Fertilizer : Add a potassium-rich fertilizer every two weeks for abundant flowering.
✂️ Pruning : Remove faded flowers to prolong flowering.
❄️ Wintering :
✔️ Dig up the tubers in the fall , let them dry and store them in a cool, dry place.
💡 Why choose the Dahlia 'Café au Lait'?
✅ Spectacular and long-lasting flowering
✅ Ideal for elegant bouquets and floral arrangements
✅ Soft and sophisticated colors, perfect for weddings
✅ Easy to grow and maintain
✨ Add a chic and refined touch to your garden with the Dahlia 'Café au Lait'! ✨
🌿 Pair with other pastel-toned dahlias for perfect floral harmony! 😊