Alloway Candy Dahlia
Description
Alloway Candy is a cheerful, eye-catching dahlia with rounded, well-formed blooms in soft pink tones accented by creamy highlights, giving each flower a sweet, confection-like look. Producing plenty of long-stemmed flowers through the season, it’s an excellent choice for cutting gardens and bouquet work where you want reliable color and a romantic, fresh-picked feel.
Specifications
| Form | ST |
|---|---|
| Color | PK |
| Bloom size | 2" |
| Plant height | 3.8 ft |
| Hybridizer | Jock Stitt |
| Year introduced | 1970 |
| Country of origin | New Zealand |
How to grow Alloway Candy
Alloway Candy is a ST with 3.8 ft tall with 2-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
ST-form dahlias like Alloway Candy 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 Alloway Candy tubers
Similar dahlia varieties
- Bloomquist Blush — ST, LB
- Bloomquist Pinwheel — ST, L
- Bloomquist Pumpkin — ST, DB
- Budapest Blush — ST, PK
- Clearview Pataha — ST, BR
- Gitts Crazy — ST, DB
Frequently asked questions
How tall does Alloway Candy grow?
Alloway Candy grows to about 3.8 ft.
What color is Alloway Candy?
PK — ADS color classification for Alloway Candy.
Who hybridized Alloway Candy?
Jock Stitt, introduced in 1970.
Is Alloway Candy 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.