Bloomquist Compare
A soft lavender ombre bloom with long, strong stems built for cutting

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Formal Decorative Β· 4β6"LavenderPaul Bloomquist (2021)United States
Bloomquist Compare is a formal decorative dahlia that opens 4β6" blooms in lavender. Bloomquist Compare produces full, densely packed blooms that shift from pale lavender at the petals to a deeper lavender center. Color intensity adjusts with day length, running softer in early summer and richer as the season shortens. It was bred in United States by Paul Bloomquist in 2021.
1 grower listing Β· from $21
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- 1Sunset View Farm DahliasPre-order Β· ships May 2027
Tuber Β· Lafayette, NJ
Availability & pricing
Only one grower is currently listing Bloomquist Compare, which makes this a limited-availability dahlia this season. Listings are priced at $21 β above the typical range for formal decorative dahlias this season.
Sellers ship from NJ. Most current listings are pre-order, which is typical for tubers outside the spring shipping window.
Specifications
Physical
- Form
- Formal Decorative
- Bloom class
- BB4β6"
- Bloom size
- 4β6"(10.2β15.2 cm)
- Plant height
- 42β54"
Color
- Color
- Lavender
- Pattern
- Light Blend
- Tags
- lavenderwhitepinkblushombre
Growing context
- Flowering season
- Mid season
- Cut flower
- β Yes
Provenance
- 2021
- United States
- Breeder
- Paul Bloomquist
Grower Profile
Difficulty
Ideal for
Growing Bloomquist Compare
Stake early, as plants can reach chest height by midsummer. Pinch the central shoot when plants are six to eight inches tall to encourage branching and more stems per plant. Watch for discoloration at the center when days are long; color deepens naturally as seasons shift toward fall. You do not need to disbud for a good harvest, though removing side buds produces larger individual blooms.
- Spacing
- Space roughly 2β3 ft apart
- Staking
- Stake early β stems carry heavy blooms and lean in wind
Frequently asked questions
Where can I buy Bloomquist Compare dahlia tubers?
Bloomquist Compare is currently listed by 1 grower on The Dahlia Hub, with prices starting at $21. Compare sellers in the listings panel above to check availability, shipping, and ratings.
How much are Bloomquist Compare dahlia tubers?
Tubers of Bloomquist Compare on The Dahlia Hub are listed at $21.
How tall does Bloomquist Compare dahlia grow?
Bloomquist Compare reaches 42β54" at maturity, so plan to stake plants early to keep heavy blooms upright.
When does Bloomquist Compare dahlia bloom?
Bloomquist Compare is a midseason bloomer, in flower from midsummer through first frost.
Is Bloomquist Compare dahlia good for cut flowers?
Yes β Bloomquist Compare is well suited for cutting.
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