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Cafe au Lait Twist

The beloved Cafe au Lait, reimagined with a raspberry-ripple twist

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Informal Decorative · 6–8"PinkNetherlands

Late summer borders fill with oversized blooms carrying cream petals streaked and flecked in shades of pink and magenta, each flower reading like a one-of-a-kind watercolor. The twisted petals give movement and an informal energy absent from the classic original. A conversation piece that bridges cottage-garden warmth with modern, painterly drama.

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Specifications

Physical

Form: Informal Decorative
Bloom class: B6–8"
Bloom size: 6–8"(15.2–20.3 cm)
Plant height: 36–48"

Color

Color: Pink
Pattern: Light Blend
Tags: creampinkmagentablushstreaked

Growing context

Flowering season: Mid season
Cut flower: ✓ Yes

Provenance

Netherlands
Country of origin
RHS registration: 512113

Grower Profile

Difficulty

Intermediate

Ideal for

HobbyistsFlorists

Growing Cafe au Lait Twist

Pinch out the central growing tip when shoots reach about knee height to encourage branching and more blooms. Stake early, as the large flower heads can weigh stems down in wind. Water consistently through summer and feed every two weeks with a low-nitrogen fertilizer once buds form. Lift tubers after the first frost and store them frost-free over winter.

Spacing: Space roughly 2–3 ft apart
Staking: Stake early — stems carry heavy blooms and lean in wind