Abbie Dahlia
Description
Abbie is a charming, garden-friendly dahlia that produces abundant blooms on strong stems—an easy favorite for both cutting and landscape color. Its well-formed flowers offer a soft, romantic look that pairs beautifully with pastels and makes a graceful statement in bouquets. Expect reliable performance through the season with plenty of repeat bloom when cut regularly.
Specifications
| Form | FD |
|---|---|
| Color | W |
| Bloom size | 3" |
| Hybridizer | G Buchan |
| Year introduced | 2008 |
| Country of origin | UK |
How to grow Abbie
Abbie is a FD with 3-inch blooms. Plant tubers 12–18 inches apart in full sun after the last frost. Pinch when plants reach 12 inches tall to encourage bushier growth and more blooms.
Harvest & vase life
FD-form dahlias like Abbie harvest dahlias when blooms are three-quarters to fully open. With clean cuts and fresh water, most varieties last 4–7 days in the vase.
Where to buy Abbie tubers
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- 20th Ave Softer Peach — FD, PK
- AC Devin — FD, DB
- Ace Summer Sunset — FD, LB
Frequently asked questions
What color is Abbie?
W — ADS color classification for Abbie.
Who hybridized Abbie?
G Buchan, introduced in 2008.
Is Abbie good for cut flowers?
Yes. Dahlias are among the most popular cut flowers for home and market growers. Expect 4–7-day vase life with proper hydration.