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Camano Thunder

The purple storm Northwest show growers reach for when the table feels flat.

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Incurved Cactus · 4–6"PurpleDick & Susan Ambrose (1997)United States

Camano Thunder is an incurved cactus dahlia that opens 4–6" blooms in purple. Spiky rolled petals in wine-leaning purple give this bloom a crackle of energy on a long cut stem. The quilled form holds its shape through heat, so a bucket cut at sunrise still looks electric by the time it hits the arranger's table. It was bred in United States by Dick & Susan Ambrose in 1997.

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Specifications

Physical

Form
Incurved Cactus
Bloom class
BB4–6"
Bloom size
4–6"(10.2–15.2 cm)
Plant height
36–48"

Color

Color
Purple
Pattern
Solid
Tags
purplewinevioletdeep-purplerichbold

Growing context

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

Provenance

1997
United States
Breeder
Dick & Susan Ambrose

Grower Profile

Difficulty

Intermediate

Ideal for

HobbyistsFloristsExhibitors

Growing Camano Thunder

Stake each plant early, because those quilled heads catch wind like little sails. Pinch once the plants throw their fourth set of leaves so side branches take over and stretch long cutting stems. Disbud the two buds flanking each terminal if you want show-ready singles, or leave them for garden display.

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 Thunder dahlia grow?

Camano Thunder reaches 36–48" at maturity, so plan to stake plants early to keep heavy blooms upright.

When does Camano Thunder dahlia bloom?

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

Is Camano Thunder dahlia good for cut flowers?

Yes — Camano Thunder is well suited for cutting. Stems typically reach about 22″.

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