Creme de Cassis
The color of crushed blackcurrants poured over pale pink cream.
Also known as: Crème de Cassis
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Waterlily · 4–6"PurpleGeerlings Dahlia (2015)Netherlands
Creme de Cassis is a waterlily dahlia that opens 4–6" blooms in purple. Named for the French blackcurrant liqueur, this Dutch introduction earns its name. Pale lavender-pink on top, deep wine-red underneath, with a near-black heart that deepens as the bloom opens. It was bred in Netherlands by Geerlings Dahlia in 2015.
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Specifications
Physical
- Form
- Waterlily
- Bloom class
- BB4–6"
- Bloom size
- 4–6"(10.2–15.2 cm)
- Plant height
- 35–42"
Color
- Color
- Purple
- Pattern
- Dark Blend
- Tags
- lavenderplumwinecassisblackcurrantpurple
Growing context
- Flowering season
- Mid season
- Cut flower
- ✓ Yes
- Exhibition
- ✓ Yes
- Stem length
- 18"
Provenance
- 2015
- Netherlands
- Breeder
- Geerlings Dahlia
Grower Profile
Difficulty
Ideal for
Growing Creme de Cassis
You can pinch early for more stems and expect steady production from midsummer through frost. Staking is optional for shorter plantings but helps keep heavy blooms upright in windy sites.
- Spacing
- Space roughly 2–3 ft apart
- Staking
- Staking recommended once buds set
Frequently asked questions
How tall does Creme de Cassis dahlia grow?
Creme de Cassis reaches 35–42" at maturity, so plan to stake plants early to keep heavy blooms upright.
When does Creme de Cassis dahlia bloom?
Creme de Cassis is a midseason bloomer, in flower from midsummer through first frost.
Is Creme de Cassis dahlia good for cut flowers?
Yes — Creme de Cassis is well suited for cutting, with approximately 6-day vase life. Stems typically reach about 18″.
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