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Dahlia ‘Café au Lait Royal’ ( Dahlia ) : un grand dahlia rose pâle strié de rose vif, aux pétales couverts de gouttelettes. Le visuel Florissa présente la plante et son nom dans la partie inférieure de l’étiquette. La photographie occupe presque toute la surface, tandis que le bandeau du bas rassemble les indications du produit. Cette vue permet de reconnaître son apparence et de distinguer la variété présentée.
Bulb Asteraceae

Dahlia ‘Café au Lait Royal’ (Dahlia)

Dahlia × pinnata ‘Café au Lait Royal’

Café au Lait Royal Dahlia (Dahlia × pinnata ‘Café au Lait Royal’) produces enormous mauve-pink blooms with broad, gently ruffled petals. This elegant variety flowers abundantly from midsummer until the first frost.
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Quantity
1 tuber
Exposure
Full sun. Bright sunlight promotes abundant flowering and strong, sturdy stems.
Life cycle
Perennial
Hardiness
Zone 10

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Common nameCafé au Lait Royal Dahlia
FamilyAsteraceae
GenusDahlia
TypeBulb
Botanical nameDahlia × pinnata ‘Café au Lait Royal’
Reproducible seedsYes

Café au Lait Royal Dahlia (Dahlia × pinnata ‘Café au Lait Royal’) is admired for its enormous decorative blooms in soft mauve-pink tones. Broad, gently ruffled petals create a full, airy, and luxurious appearance that stands out beautifully against dense, vigorous, dark green foliage. Blooming from July until the first frost, this variety reaches approximately 110 cm (43 in) tall and quickly becomes a striking focal point in summer landscapes. Not hardy in Canada, this tuberous perennial is typically grown as an annual, although the tuber can be lifted in autumn and stored indoors over winter.

Plant the tuber in spring after all danger of frost has passed and the soil has thoroughly warmed, approximately 10 cm (4 in) deep. Choose a location in full sun with rich, loose, humus-rich, well-drained soil, spacing plants about 50 cm (20 in) apart. Water regularly to keep the soil evenly moist without allowing it to become waterlogged. Apply a fertilizer high in potassium every two to three weeks throughout the growing season. Install a sturdy stake at planting time to support the large flower stems. Remove spent blooms regularly, then lift the tuber before hard frost and store it in a cool, dry, frost-free location until spring.

Café au Lait Royal Dahlia is perfect for large garden beds, sunny borders, generous containers, and cut flower gardens. Its soft mauve-pink tones pair beautifully with baby’s breath, cosmos, salvias, pastel perennials, and ornamental grasses to create romantic, refined displays. Its enormous blooms have excellent vase life and are especially prized for wedding bouquets and premium floral arrangements. When fully open, the flowers also attract bees, butterflies, and many other pollinating insects throughout the season.

Dahlia ‘Café au Lait Royal’ ( Dahlia ) : un grand dahlia rose pâle strié de rose vif, aux pétales couverts de gouttelettes. Le visuel Florissa présente la plante et son nom dans la partie inférieure de l’étiquette. La photographie occupe presque toute la surface, tandis que le bandeau du bas rassemble les indications du produit. Cette vue permet de reconnaître son apparence et de distinguer la variété présentée.

Planting guide

Plant well.Grow beautifully.

Planting depth

10 cm (4 in)

Best planting time

Spring

Propagation

Divide the tubers in spring, ensuring each division has at least one viable growing eye. This preserves the characteristics of the cultivar.

Growing method

Plant the tubers in spring after all danger of frost has passed and the soil has thoroughly warmed. Plant approximately 10 cm (4 in) deep, spacing tubers about 50 cm (20 in) apart in rich, loose, well-drained soil. Choose a location in full sun for abundant flowering. Water regularly without waterlogging the soil and fertilize throughout the growing season. Install a sturdy stake at planting time to support the large flower stems. Lift the tubers before the first hard frost and store them in a cool, dry, frost-free location over winter.

Soil and care

The right care,at the right time.

Soil pH

Slightly acidic to neutral

Minimum temperature

5°C (41°F)

Care level

Intermediate

Watering

Water regularly to keep the soil evenly moist without overwatering. Reduce watering before lifting the tubers in autumn.

Soil type

Rich, loose, humus-rich, well-drained soil that remains evenly moist without becoming waterlogged. Avoid heavy, poorly drained soils.

Fertilization

Apply a fertilizer high in potassium every two to three weeks during active growth. Avoid excessive nitrogen, which encourages foliage rather than flowers.

Seasonal care

Install sturdy stakes at planting time to support the heavy flower stems. Remove spent blooms regularly to prolong flowering. Water deeply during hot weather without overwatering. Lift the tubers before the first hard frost and store them in a cool, dry location over winter.

Container growing

A garden,within reach.

Recommended pot size

45 to 50 cm (18 to 20 in)
Container growing requires anticipating the necessary volume for the roots and the plant's final height. Choose a stable pot with drainage holes and a substrate suitable for planting. Leave enough space to respect recommended depth and spacing, rather than crowding plants to immediately fill the pot. Place the container in the indicated exposure and regularly check the moisture, especially in hot or windy weather. A pot is more exposed to temperature variations than ground planting. Therefore, plan an overwintering location compatible with the plant's needs and your region's climate from the outset. Plant in spring when all risk of frost has passed and the soil is sufficiently warmed. Choose a sunny location, sheltered from strong winds, in fertile and well-drained soil. Arrange the tuberous roots with their crown and buds facing upwards, without breaking fragile attachments. Install a stake at planting if support will be needed, to avoid damaging the roots later. Water sparingly at the start, then adjust watering based on foliage growth. Constantly waterlogged soil around the tubers should be avoided, especially before the first shoots appear. Plan to bring storage organs indoors to protect them from frost during the Quebec winter.
Dahlia ‘Café au Lait Royal’ ( Dahlia ) : un grand dahlia rose pâle strié de rose vif, aux pétales couverts de gouttelettes. Le visuel Florissa présente la plante et son nom dans la partie inférieure de l’étiquette. La photographie occupe presque toute la surface, tandis que le bandeau du bas rassemble les indications du produit. Cette vue permet de reconnaître son apparence et de distinguer la variété présentée.

Bloom and dimensions

Its place,in your garden.

Mature height

110 cm (44 in)

Width / spread

50 cm (20 in)

Flower color

Soft mauve-pink

Foliage color

Dark green

Foliage type

Deciduous

Growth rate

Fast

Bloom period

Enormous decorative blooms feature broad, softly ruffled mauve-pink petals that create the airy, romantic appearance characteristic of the Café au Lait series. With regular deadheading, flowering continues until the first frost.

Harvest

July to October. Harvest flowers when fully open for the longest vase life.
Dahlia ‘Café au Lait Royal’ ( Dahlia ) : un grand dahlia rose pâle strié de rose vif, aux pétales couverts de gouttelettes. Le visuel Florissa présente la plante et son nom dans la partie inférieure de l’étiquette. La photographie occupe presque toute la surface, tandis que le bandeau du bas rassemble les indications du produit. Cette vue permet de reconnaître son apparence et de distinguer la variété présentée.

Garden associations

In goodcompany.

Companion plants

Pairs beautifully with baby's breath, cosmos, ornamental grasses, salvias, and pastel perennials to create romantic garden displays.

Frequently asked questions

Your questions,answered.

When should Café au Lait Royal Dahlia tubers be planted?
Plant the tubers in spring after all danger of frost has passed and the soil has thoroughly warmed. Planting in cold soil slows development. Choose a sunny location for the best results.
Is Café au Lait Royal Dahlia a good cut flower?
Yes. Its enormous decorative blooms have exceptional vase life and are especially prized for wedding bouquets and premium floral arrangements.
Does Café au Lait Royal Dahlia need staking?
Yes. The large flowers are heavy, so sturdy stakes help prevent stems from bending or breaking in wind and heavy rain.
Should the tubers be lifted for winter in Canada?
Yes. The tubers are not hardy in most Canadian climates. Lift them after the first light frost and store them in a cool, dry, frost-free location until spring.
Does Café au Lait Royal Dahlia attract pollinators?
Yes. Its blooms attract bees, butterflies, and many other pollinating insects throughout the growing season when fully open.

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Bees, butterflies, and pollinators

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