Hollyhill Letitia
Vivid cerise-pink blooms on tall, prolific plants
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WaterlilyPinkTed and Margaret Kennedy (2023)United States
Broad, flat-faced blooms in a vivid cerise pink open from summer through the first frost on plants that push well past five feet. The flowers carry a warm, saturated hue that holds its depth even in afternoon sun, and the dark green, serrated foliage sets off each bloom cleanly. Kennedy-bred and introduced in 2023, it made the RHS Dahlia Trial 2023-2024 list, proving its merit as a fresh-season performer in the cutting patch. It was bred in United States by Ted and Margaret Kennedy in 2023.
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Specifications
Physical
- Form
- Waterlily
- Plant height
- 59–98"
Color
- Color
- Pink
- Pattern
- Solid
- Tags
- cerise pinkbright pinkhot pinkvivid pinkdeep pink
Growing context
- Flowering season
- Mid season
- Cut flower
- ✓ Yes
- Stem length
- 39"
Provenance
- 2023
- United States
- Breeder
- Ted and Margaret Kennedy
- Introducer
- Hollyhill Dahlias
Grower Profile
Difficulty
Ideal for
Growing Hollyhill Letitia
Stake plants early because they reach six feet or more and will lean once the blooms open. Pinch at four to six sets of leaves to encourage lateral branching and more stems per plant. Water at the base consistently and avoid wetting foliage to reduce mildew risk as the season lengthens. Cut stems in the morning once the blooms are fully open to get the longest post-harvest life.
- Spacing
- Space about 3 ft apart
- Staking
- Stake early — stems carry heavy blooms and lean in wind
Frequently asked questions
How tall does Hollyhill Letitia dahlia grow?
Hollyhill Letitia reaches 59–98" at maturity, so plan to stake plants early to keep heavy blooms upright.
When does Hollyhill Letitia dahlia bloom?
Hollyhill Letitia is a midseason bloomer, in flower from midsummer through first frost.
Is Hollyhill Letitia dahlia good for cut flowers?
Yes — Hollyhill Letitia is well suited for cutting. Stems typically reach about 39″.
Is Hollyhill Letitia hard to grow?
Hollyhill Letitia 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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