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Camano Sitka

Camano Island's warm-toned show stopper with long rolled quills

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Incurved Cactus · 6–8"OrangeDick & Susan Ambrose (2000)United States

Camano Sitka was bred in United States by Dick & Susan Ambrose in 2000. Warm cantaloupe petals rolled into long quills radiate outward from a yellow center, building a bloom that shifts from bronze at the tips to gold at the heart. Dick and Susan Ambrose introduced it from their Camano Island garden in 2000, and the ADS classified it medium-large, yet Pacific Northwest growers regularly show it in the large class. It also holds its form on the show bench.

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Availability & pricing

Only one grower is currently listing Camano Sitka, which makes this a limited-availability dahlia this season. Listings are priced at $13 — in line with incurved cactus 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
Incurved Cactus
Bloom class
B6–8"
Bloom size
6–8"(15.2–20.3 cm)
Plant height
54–66"

Color

Color
Orange
Pattern
Light Blend
Tags
peachcantaloupebronzeyellowwarm blendsunset

Growing context

Flowering season
Mid season
Cut flower
✓ Yes
Exhibition
✓ Yes
Stem length
24"

Provenance

2000
United States
Breeder
Dick & Susan Ambrose

Grower Profile

Difficulty

Advanced

Ideal for

FloristsExhibitors

Growing Camano Sitka

Stake each plant at planting time, because stems stretch to five feet and the heavy quilled heads catch every gust. Pinch the growing tip once four leaf pairs have opened to encourage strong branching and longer cutting stems. Disbud the two side buds below each terminal for show-quality size. Water deeply twice a week and switch to a low-nitrogen bloom formula once buds form. Cut stems early in the morning when blooms are three-quarters open.

Spacing
Space about 3 ft apart
Staking
Stake early — stems carry heavy blooms and lean in wind

Frequently asked questions

Where can I buy Camano Sitka dahlia tubers?

Camano Sitka is currently listed by 1 grower on The Dahlia Hub, with prices starting at $13. Compare sellers in the listings panel above to check availability, shipping, and ratings.

How much are Camano Sitka dahlia tubers?

Tubers of Camano Sitka on The Dahlia Hub are listed at $13.

How tall does Camano Sitka dahlia grow?

Camano Sitka reaches 54–66" at maturity, so plan to stake plants early to keep heavy blooms upright.

When does Camano Sitka dahlia bloom?

Camano Sitka is a midseason bloomer, in flower from midsummer through first frost.

Is Camano Sitka dahlia good for cut flowers?

Yes — Camano Sitka is well suited for cutting, with approximately 5-day vase life. Stems typically reach about 24″.

Is Camano Sitka hard to grow?

Camano Sitka 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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