Umpqua Sunrise Dahlia
Description
Umpqua Sunrise lights up the garden with warm sunrise tones—blends of apricot, peach, and soft gold that glow on long, sturdy stems. Its full, neatly formed blooms make an eye-catching cut flower, offering abundant color from midsummer right up to frost.
Specifications
| Form | FD |
|---|---|
| Color | DB |
| Bloom size | 4" |
| Hybridizer | Leon/Joan Olson |
| Year introduced | 1993 |
| Country of origin | USA |
How to grow Umpqua Sunrise
Umpqua Sunrise is a FD 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 Umpqua Sunrise 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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- 20th Ave Softer Peach — FD, PK
- AC Devin — FD, DB
- Ace Summer Sunset — FD, LB
Frequently asked questions
What color is Umpqua Sunrise?
DB — ADS color classification for Umpqua Sunrise.
Who hybridized Umpqua Sunrise?
Leon/Joan Olson, introduced in 1993.
Is Umpqua Sunrise 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.