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Informal Decorative · 8–10"PinkJohn Wickey (1983)United States

Islander was bred in United States by John Wickey in 1983. Islander opens in a slow sunrise of pink, the outer petals easing into cream while the heart stays saturated. Every bloom lands on a different gradient, so a row in the field reads like a painter's test strip. Islander is an informal decorative dahlia that opens 8–10" blooms in pink.

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Availability & pricing

Only one grower is currently listing Islander, which makes this a limited-availability dahlia this season. Listings are priced at $14 — in line with informal decorative 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
Informal Decorative
Bloom class
A8–10"
Bloom size
8–10"(20.3–25.4 cm)
Plant height
42–54"

Color

Color
Pink
Pattern
Light Blend
Tags
dark pinkrose pinksalmon pinkwatermelon pinkombrepink blend

Growing context

Flowering season
Mid season
Cut flower
✓ Yes
Stem length
28"

Provenance

1983
United States
Breeder
John Wickey

Grower Profile

Difficulty

Intermediate

Ideal for

HobbyistsFlorists

Growing Islander

Stake early once stems pass knee height, because the blooms grow heavy and the hollow canes snap in wind. Pinch the terminal shoot above the fourth leaf pair to push side branching and multiply your cut count. Disbud the two side buds below each terminal if you want cleaner, larger flowers for bouquets. Watch for earwigs hiding inside the petal folds at dawn.

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

Frequently asked questions

Where can I buy Islander dahlia tubers?

Islander is currently listed by 1 grower on The Dahlia Hub, with prices starting at $14. Compare sellers in the listings panel above to check availability, shipping, and ratings.

How much are Islander dahlia tubers?

Tubers of Islander on The Dahlia Hub are listed at $14.

How tall does Islander dahlia grow?

Islander reaches 42–54" at maturity, so plan to stake plants early to keep heavy blooms upright.

When does Islander dahlia bloom?

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

Is Islander dahlia good for cut flowers?

Yes — Islander is well suited for cutting, with approximately 5-day vase life. Stems typically reach about 28″.

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