Alden Festival Dahlia
Description
Alden Festival is a beautiful dahlia variety hybridized by Frank Rossack in <1967.
Specifications
| Form | FD |
|---|---|
| Color | W |
| Hybridizer | Frank Rossack |
| Year introduced | <1967 |
| Country of origin | Australia |
How to grow Alden Festival
Alden Festival is a FD. 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 Alden Festival 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.
Similar dahlia varieties
- 20th Ave & Baker Rd — FD, W
- 20th Ave Pure Prince — FD, L
- 20th Ave Rayna — FD, DP
- 20th Ave Softer Peach — FD, PK
- AC Devin — FD, DB
- Ace Summer Sunset — FD, LB
Frequently asked questions
What color is Alden Festival?
W — ADS color classification for Alden Festival.
Who hybridized Alden Festival?
Frank Rossack, introduced in <1967.
Is Alden Festival 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.