Bishop of Dover
Ivory petals with faint lilac veins above near-black foliage.
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Single · 3–4"WhiteVan der Linden (2005)Netherlands
Ivory petals ring a pollen-rich golden eye, with soft lilac veins drifting across each open face. Near-black bronze foliage carries the show from first bud to frost, giving bees and butterflies a welcome landing pad in the border. It was bred in Netherlands by Van der Linden in 2005.
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Specifications
Physical
- Form
- Single
- Bloom class
- Munder 4"
- Bloom size
- 3–4"(7.6–10.2 cm)
- Plant height
- 31–39"
Color
- Color
- White
- Pattern
- Solid
- Tags
- whiteivorybronze foliagedark foliagepollinator
Growing context
- Flowering season
- Mid season
- Cut flower
- ✓ Yes
- Stem length
- 16"
Provenance
- 2005
- Netherlands
- Breeder
- Van der Linden
Grower Profile
Difficulty
Ideal for
Growing Bishop of Dover
Plant in full sun after frost and stake early so wind does not rock the hollow stems. Feed a low-nitrogen tomato food once buds set, water deeply twice weekly, and cut often to keep new flowers coming through autumn.
- Spacing
- Space roughly 2–3 ft apart
- Staking
- Staking recommended once buds set
Frequently asked questions
How tall does Bishop of Dover dahlia grow?
Bishop of Dover reaches 31–39" at maturity, so plan to stake plants early to keep heavy blooms upright.
When does Bishop of Dover dahlia bloom?
Bishop of Dover is a midseason bloomer, in flower from midsummer through first frost.
Is Bishop of Dover dahlia good for cut flowers?
Yes — Bishop of Dover is well suited for cutting. Stems typically reach about 16″.
Is Bishop of Dover a good dahlia for beginners?
Bishop of Dover is rated beginner-friendly — reliable in typical garden conditions without specialized care.
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