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AC Rooster

The stellar everyone notices first at the farmers market.

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Stellar · 3–4"RedKen Greenway (2010)Canada

Tomato-soup red petals sweep back into feathered points, giving the bloom a bird-in-flight silhouette. The occasional yellow streak at the heart keeps every flower on the plant a little different from the last. Growers who want a red that photographs bright and ships well keep coming back to this one. It was bred in Canada by Ken Greenway in 2010.

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Specifications

Physical

Form: Stellar
Bloom class: BB4–6"
Bloom size: 3–4"(7.6–10.2 cm)
Plant height: 47–59"

Color

Color: Red
Pattern: Solid
Tags: redtomato-redstellarpointed-petalsrecurved

Growing context

Flowering season: Mid season
Cut flower: ✓ Yes
Exhibition: ✓ Yes
Stem length: 24"

Provenance

2010
Canada
Breeder: Ken Greenway

Grower Profile

Difficulty

Advanced

Ideal for

FloristsExhibitors

Growing AC Rooster

Stake early and keep staking as stems climb tall. Pinch when you see a foot of growth to force branching, then disbud if you want longer stems for cutting. Give full sun and steady water to keep the color clean.

Spacing: Space roughly 2–3 ft apart
Staking: Stake early — stems carry heavy blooms and lean in wind

Frequently asked questions

How tall does AC Rooster dahlia grow?

AC Rooster reaches 47–59" at maturity, so plan to stake plants early to keep heavy blooms upright.

When does AC Rooster dahlia bloom?

AC Rooster is a midseason bloomer, in flower from midsummer through first frost.

Is AC Rooster dahlia good for cut flowers?

Yes — AC Rooster is well suited for cutting, with approximately 5-day vase life. Stems typically reach about 24″.

Is AC Rooster hard to grow?

AC Rooster is rated challenging — it rewards experienced growers with patience and more attention to staking, feeding, and pest pressure than the average variety.