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Bloomquist Blush

Butter-yellow blooms with a soft pink picotee edge, all season long

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Stellar · 5–6"YellowPaul Bloomquist (2017)United States

Bloomquist Blush is a stellar dahlia that opens 5–6" blooms in yellow. Bloomquist Blush opens to creamy buttercream-yellow petals traced by a rose-pink picotee edge, giving each bloom a warm, blushed look. Paul Bloomquist introduced it in 2017, and it quickly earned a following among cut-flower growers for its reliable output, strong stems, and tuber clumps that divide easily with plenty of eyes. It was bred in United States by Paul Bloomquist in 2017.

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Specifications

Physical

Form: Stellar
Bloom class: BB4–6"
Bloom size: 5–6"(12.7–15.2 cm)
Plant height: 48–60"

Color

Color: Yellow
Pattern: Light Blend
Tags: buttercreamblushpink picotee

Growing context

Cut flower: ✓ Yes
Exhibition: ✓ Yes

Provenance

2017
United States
Breeder: Paul Bloomquist

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Difficulty

Advanced

Ideal for

FloristsExhibitors

Growing Bloomquist Blush

Stake early, as plants can reach five feet and benefit from solid support through the season. Pinch the central bud at about a foot tall to encourage branching and more blooms per plant. Cut flowers frequently to keep production strong into fall.

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

Frequently asked questions

How tall does Bloomquist Blush dahlia grow?

Bloomquist Blush reaches 48–60" at maturity, so plan to stake plants early to keep heavy blooms upright.

Is Bloomquist Blush dahlia good for cut flowers?

Yes — Bloomquist Blush is well suited for cutting.

Is Bloomquist Blush hard to grow?

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