Café au Lait Royal

Café au Lait Royal is a "dinnerplate" variety known for its large, 8-10 inch blooms featuring a unique blend of soft pink, dusky rose-pink, cream, and sometimes purple streaks, creating a tie-dye effect that's stunning in gardens and as cut flowers. This decorative dahlia grows tall (3-4 feet) on strong stems, blooms from midsummer to fall, and offers a more vibrant color variation than its popular 'Café au Lait' cousin, attracting pollinators and deer while standing out in late-season borders. 

Key Characteristics:

Flower Size: Mammoth, up to 10 inches across.

Color: A blend of soft pink, dusky rose-pink, cream, and sometimes purple streaks or white splashes, with variation between blooms.

Form: Informal Decorative, with fully double, flowing petals.

Plant Height: Tall, typically reaching 3-4 feet on sturdy stems.

Bloom Time: Midsummer through fall, until frost.

Garden Use: Excellent for back borders, accent plants, and dramatic cut flower arrangements