⭐ Advanced✂ Cut Flower🏆 Exhibition

Camano Messenger

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

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Incurved Cactus · 8–9"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: A8–10"
Bloom size: 8–9"(20.3–22.9 cm)
Plant height: 48–54"

Color

Color: Pink
Pattern: Light Blend
Tags: pinkyellowblushwarmsunsetblend

Growing context

Flowering season: Mid season
Cut flower: ✓ Yes
Exhibition: ✓ Yes
Stem length: 22"

Provenance

United States
Country of origin
Breeder: Dick & Susan Ambrose

Grower Profile

Difficulty

Advanced

Ideal for

FloristsExhibitors

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

Frequently asked questions

How tall does Camano Messenger dahlia grow?

Camano Messenger reaches 48–54" 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 — Camano Messenger is well suited for cutting, with approximately 5-day vase life. Stems typically reach about 22″.

Is Camano Messenger hard to grow?

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