Cupcake Dahlia
Description
Cupcake is a charming ball-form dahlia with neatly layered petals that create a perfectly rounded bloom, like a confection on the stem. Its soft, sweet-toned coloring and tidy form make it ideal for cutting and for adding a polished, cheerful accent to borders and bouquets, blooming generously from midsummer until frost.
Specifications
| Form | FD |
|---|---|
| Color | LB |
| Bloom size | 4" |
| Plant height | 4 ft |
| Hybridizer | Nick Gitts (Swan Island Dahlias) |
| Year introduced | 2017 |
| Country of origin | USA |
How to grow Cupcake
Cupcake is a FD with 4 ft tall with 4-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 Cupcake 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 Cupcake tubers
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- 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
How tall does Cupcake grow?
Cupcake grows to about 4 ft.
What color is Cupcake?
LB — ADS color classification for Cupcake.
Who hybridized Cupcake?
Nick Gitts (Swan Island Dahlias), introduced in 2017.
Is Cupcake 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.