Lee's Coquette Dahlia
Description
Lee's Coquette is an elegant, softly colored dahlia prized for its refined, romantic look in the garden and the vase. Its fully double blooms open with neatly layered petals and a graceful, polished form that reads beautifully in mixed borders and bouquet work. A reliable bloomer through the season, it brings a delicate, “dressed-up” presence that pairs effortlessly with both bold and pastel companions.
Specifications
| Color | PK |
|---|---|
| Bloom size | 5" |
| Plant height | 3.5 ft |
| Hybridizer | Lee Hemings Carlton |
| Year introduced | 2024 |
| Country of origin | USA |
How to grow Lee's Coquette
Lee's Coquette is a dahlia with 3.5 ft tall with 5-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
Dahlia-form dahlias like Lee's Coquette 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 Lee's Coquette tubers
Similar dahlia varieties
- Lee's Kewpie — MB
- Lee's Pineberry Trifle — FD, BI
- Lee's Pink Grapefruit — LB
- Lee's Adelaide — MB
- Lee's Amber Drop — FD
- Lee's Angelica — PK
Frequently asked questions
How tall does Lee's Coquette grow?
Lee's Coquette grows to about 3.5 ft.
What color is Lee's Coquette?
PK — ADS color classification for Lee's Coquette.
Who hybridized Lee's Coquette?
Lee Hemings Carlton, introduced in 2024.
Is Lee's Coquette 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.