Cafe au Lait Mini
Compact blooms with all the creamy blush romance of the queen of dahlias
Also known as: Jolene

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Informal Decorative · 3–4"Pink
Late-season borders glow when this smaller-format dahlia opens its layered petals in shifting tones of cream, blush, and pale pink. Where Cafe au Lait commands a dinner plate, this variety fits neatly into hand-tied bouquets and mixed arrangements without losing any of that signature champagne warmth. A prolific producer on tall, arching stems, it fills the late-summer garden with color long after earlier performers have faded.
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Specifications
Physical
- Form
- Informal Decorative
- Bloom class
- BB4–6"
- Bloom size
- 3–4"(7.6–10.2 cm)
- Plant height
- 48–60"
Color
- Color
- Pink
- Pattern
- Light Blend
- Tags
- blushcreamchampagnepale pinkivory
Growing context
- Flowering season
- Late season
- Cut flower
- ✓ Yes
Grower Profile
Difficulty
Ideal for
Growing Cafe au Lait Mini
Pinch once when shoots reach about knee height to encourage branching and more blooms per plant. Stake early because stems grow tall and can lean in wind before they stiffen. Water deeply two to three times per week and keep soil consistently moist through the heat of summer. Cut blooms just as they reach three-quarters open and condition in cool water right away for the best results.
- Spacing
- Space about 3 ft apart
- Staking
- Stake early — stems carry heavy blooms and lean in wind
Frequently asked questions
How tall does Cafe au Lait Mini dahlia grow?
Cafe au Lait Mini reaches 48–60" at maturity, so plan to stake plants early to keep heavy blooms upright.
When does Cafe au Lait Mini dahlia bloom?
Cafe au Lait Mini is a late bloomer, starting in late summer and continuing until first frost.
Is Cafe au Lait Mini dahlia good for cut flowers?
Yes — Cafe au Lait Mini is well suited for cutting.
Is Cafe au Lait Mini hard to grow?
Cafe au Lait Mini is rated challenging — it rewards experienced growers with patience and more attention to staking, feeding, and pest pressure than the average variety.
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