• A close-up shot of a single Cafe au Lait Dahlia flower, showcasing its delicate petals and vibrant colors.
  • A person holding a bouquet of Cafe Au Lait dahlia flowers in a garden setting.
  • A close-up of a 'Cafe au Lait' dahlia in full bloom, showcasing its ruffled, cream-colored petals.
  • Cafe au Lait Mix dahlia bouquet showing the vibrant white, pink, and cream colors.
  • A cluster of dahlia tubers with dirt on the ready for planting.
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Dahlia Tubers (Dinnerplate) - Cafe au Lait

The most sought-after dahlia for floral work

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About the Variety

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Key Features

Heat Tolerant
Prefers Moist Soil
Container Friendly
Attracts Bees
Attracts Butterflies
Fast Growing
Easy to Grow
Perfect for Cut Flowers
Perfect for Borders
Edible

Plant Details

BOTANICAL NAME

Dahlia

LIFE CYCLE

  • Perennial

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Sun

GROWTH HABIT

  • Upright

PLANT HEIGHT

  • Up to 48 inches

PLANT TYPE

  • Dinnerplate

COLOR

  • Pink
  • White

One of the most popular and sought after Dahlia cultivars in recent years, the gorgeous Cafe au Lait is one of the most popular varieties we carry! Ranging in color from a blush pink/peach to a creamy beige, Cafe au Laits are usually darker towards the center and fade to an elegant, pale shade towards the outside. A top choice for brides and florists alike, Cafe au Lait Dahlias deserve to be a part of your Dahlia garden this summer!

  • • Warm region perennial (annual in cooler climates) with massive dinnerplate blooms
  • • Creamy-beige , dinnerplate flower emerge from this late-summer bloomer
  • • Thrives & produces more blooms in full sun

Planting Information

PLANTING SEASON

  • Spring

PLANTING DEPTH

  • Deep Enough to Cover with 2 inches of Soil

WATER NEEDS

  • Average

PLANT SPACING

  • 12 to 18 inches

HARDINESS ZONES

  • 7
  • 8
  • 9
  • 10
  • 11

COVERAGE

Amount Recommended Coverage
2 Bulbs / Ships in Spring Up to 0.75 Sq. Ft
4 Bulbs / Ships in Spring Up to 1.5 Sq. Ft
8 Bulbs / Ships in Spring Up to 2.75 Sq. Ft

Planting Guide

View our Dahlia Planting Guide to learn more.

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Dahlia Tubers (Dinnerplate) - Cafe au Lait

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Dahlia Tubers (Dinnerplate) - Cafe au Lait FAQs

What size bulbs will I receive with Cafe au Lait Dahlia?

Cafe au Lait Dahlia tubers are graded No. 1, with 2 to 3 eyes per tuber.

What type of bulb is Cafe au Lait Dahlia grown from?

Cafe au Lait Dahlia is grown from a tuber.

How big will the blooms on Cafe au Lait Dahlia get?

The blooms on Cafe au Lait Dahlia grow up to 10 inches.

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