Lee's Cookie Dahlia
Description
Lee's Cookie is a charming, prolific bloomer that produces neat, well-formed flowers in warm, dessert-like tones that glow in the garden and in arrangements. Its tidy, symmetrical form and dependable performance make it an easy favorite for cutting, with stems that are well-suited to bouquets from midsummer right up to frost.
Specifications
| Form | FD |
|---|---|
| Color | LB |
| Bloom size | 3" |
| Plant height | 4 ft |
| Hybridizer | Lee Hemings Carlton |
| Year introduced | 2024 |
| Country of origin | USA |
How to grow Lee's Cookie
Lee's Cookie is a FD with 4 ft tall 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 Lee's Cookie 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.
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- AC Devin — FD, DB
- Ace Summer Sunset — FD, LB
Frequently asked questions
How tall does Lee's Cookie grow?
Lee's Cookie grows to about 4 ft.
What color is Lee's Cookie?
LB — ADS color classification for Lee's Cookie.
Who hybridized Lee's Cookie?
Lee Hemings Carlton, introduced in 2024.
Is Lee's Cookie 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.