3 New Varieties from our Test Garden
We grow out each variety we offer for at least 3 years before selling. And this year and next, I’ve got several that have made the grade. I’d like you to meet 3 new varieties we are offering as rooted cuttings this year. (Tubers in future years once we build up more stock)
Ferncliff Apricot- I’d been looking for a solid “Fall Color” peach- something that had an autumnal tone to it and not so spring looking when I found Ferncliff Apricot. Ferncliff dahlias are bred in Canada so sometimes I’m hesitant to try them because the climate is so different but this beauty impressed me from the start. Nice strong dark color stems, great form- holds it’s center even in heat. The peachy color is perfect- warm and inviting without being too orange.
Mikayla Miranda- This dahlia is no stranger, she’s been around for a long time. But it’s the first time I’ve ever grown her. She’s definitely one of those who looks better in person than in a picture. My employee picked her out actually- I probably wouldn’t have been inclined to try her. But I love her pillowy softness as she opens fully. Definitely one for design work with the added fluffiness but will also look great in a garden because she holds well on the plant. I love her size too- large but not in your face large. It’s nice to have some larger dahlias to choose from in our new varieties because we lost so many to deer pressure in the 2024 season.
Versa- I’m a sucker for a darker reverse petal dahlia. That’s why I loved Creme De Cassis but she doesn’t work well for production growing. But Versa might just fit the bill for a bit of fun! Visitors to the farm almost always commented on this one. I’m getting asked more and more for purples and lavenders these days so time to multiply these beauties.
