Winkie Kestrel Dahlia
Description
Winkie Kestrel is a bright, garden-lifting dahlia with fully double blooms that read as a warm, glowing blend of sunny yellow with soft apricot tones. A reliable, free-flowering plant on strong stems, it’s an excellent choice for cutting and for adding cheerful color to mixed borders from midsummer until frost.
Specifications
| Form | FD |
|---|---|
| Color | BR |
| Hybridizer | John Menzel |
| Year introduced | 2010 |
| Country of origin | Australia |
How to grow Winkie Kestrel
Winkie Kestrel is a FD. 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 Winkie Kestrel 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.
Similar dahlia varieties
- 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
What color is Winkie Kestrel?
BR — ADS color classification for Winkie Kestrel.
Who hybridized Winkie Kestrel?
John Menzel, introduced in 2010.
Is Winkie Kestrel 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.