Day Dreamer Dahlia
Description
Day Dreamer is a luminous, warm-toned dahlia with softly blended peach-to-apricot petals that give each bloom a sun-kissed, romantic glow. Its fully double flowers are carried on strong stems, making it a beautiful choice for cutting gardens and for adding gentle, dreamy color to mixed borders from midsummer into fall.
Specifications
| Form | WL |
|---|---|
| Color | Y |
| Bloom size | 4" |
| Plant height | 4 ft |
| Hybridizer | H L Van Veelen junior |
| Year introduced | 1978 |
| Country of origin | Netherlands |
How to grow Day Dreamer
Day Dreamer is a WL 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
WL-form dahlias like Day Dreamer 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 Day Dreamer tubers
Similar dahlia varieties
- Bracken Ballerina — WL, LB
- Bride To Be — WL, W
- Bridezilla — WL, W
- Carmen Bunky — WL, DP
- Carolina Wagemans — WL, DP
- Chateau De La Bourdaisiere — WL, PK
Frequently asked questions
How tall does Day Dreamer grow?
Day Dreamer grows to about 4 ft.
What color is Day Dreamer?
Y — ADS color classification for Day Dreamer.
Who hybridized Day Dreamer?
H L Van Veelen junior, introduced in 1978.
Is Day Dreamer 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.