Camano Messenger
The spiky-petaled bloom that stops conversation in its tracks.

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Incurved Cactus Β· 8β9"PinkDick & Susan AmbroseUnited States
Camano Messenger comes from Dick & Susan Ambrose in United States. One stem lands in the room and every head turns toward the spiraled points of pink washing into warm yellow. The petals curve inward like slow fireworks, each one holding its shape from morning cut through the end of the evening. It also holds its form on the show bench.
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Specifications
Physical
- Form
- Incurved Cactus
- Bloom class
- A8β10"
- Bloom size
- 8β9"(20.3β22.9 cm)
- Plant height
- 48β54"
Color
- Color
- Pink
- Pattern
- Light Blend
- Tags
- pinkyellowblushwarmsunsetblend
Growing context
- Flowering season
- Mid season
- Cut flower
- β Yes
- Exhibition
- β Yes
- Stem length
- 22"
Provenance
- United States
- Country of origin
- Breeder
- Dick & Susan Ambrose
Grower Profile
Difficulty
Ideal for
Growing Camano Messenger
Stake early and deep, because these tall stems carry heavy heads and snap at the base in a hard wind. Pinch the growing tip once you see four leaf pairs, then disbud side shoots around the main flower if you want the cleanest form. Feed steadily through summer and cut hard in the morning for the longest hold.
- Spacing
- Space roughly 2β3 ft apart
- Staking
- Stake early β stems carry heavy blooms and lean in wind
Frequently asked questions
How tall does Camano Messenger dahlia grow?
Camano Messenger reaches 48β54" at maturity, so plan to stake plants early to keep heavy blooms upright.
When does Camano Messenger dahlia bloom?
Camano Messenger is a midseason bloomer, in flower from midsummer through first frost.
Is Camano Messenger dahlia good for cut flowers?
Yes β Camano Messenger is well suited for cutting, with approximately 5-day vase life. Stems typically reach about 22β³.
Is Camano Messenger hard to grow?
Camano Messenger is rated challenging β it rewards experienced growers with patience and more attention to staking, feeding, and pest pressure than the average variety.
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