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Belle of Barmera

The stem everyone at the farmers market asks about.

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Informal Decorative · 10–12"PinkBob Simon (1987)United States

Belle of Barmera is an informal decorative dahlia that opens 10–12" blooms in pink. One bloom fills a farmers market bucket and empties it by lunch. Coral, peach, and raspberry shift across loosely rolled petals, so the center of the flower never matches the edge. It was bred in United States by Bob Simon in 1987.

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Specifications

Physical

Form: Informal Decorative
Bloom class: AAover 10"
Bloom size: 10–12"(25.4–30.5 cm)
Plant height: 48–60"

Color

Color: Pink
Pattern: Light Blend
Tags: coralpeachpinkraspberrysalmonapricot

Growing context

Flowering season: Mid season
Cut flower: ✓ Yes
Exhibition: ✓ Yes
Stem length: 28"

Provenance

1987
United States
Breeder: Bob Simon

Grower Profile

Difficulty

Advanced

Ideal for

FloristsExhibitors

Growing Belle of Barmera

Stake at planting time. Your stems snap under the weight of giant blooms if support goes in late. Pinch when shoots are knee-high to push side branches, and disbud hard for the fattest flowers.

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

Frequently asked questions

How tall does Belle of Barmera dahlia grow?

Belle of Barmera reaches 48–60" at maturity, so plan to stake plants early to keep heavy blooms upright.

When does Belle of Barmera dahlia bloom?

Belle of Barmera is a midseason bloomer, in flower from midsummer through first frost.

Is Belle of Barmera dahlia good for cut flowers?

Yes — Belle of Barmera is well suited for cutting, with approximately 5-day vase life. Stems typically reach about 28″.

Is Belle of Barmera hard to grow?

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