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Kenora Challenger

The dahlia serious exhibitors build their season around.

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Semi-Cactus · 6–8"WhiteGordon Leroux (1991)United States

White petals taper to fine points, catching sun like paper lanterns in a cutting garden. The bloom holds its shape through heat and handling, which is why serious growers treat it as a bench standard. Judges know this one on sight. It was bred in United States by Gordon Leroux in 1991.

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Specifications

Physical

Form: Semi-Cactus
Bloom class: B6–8"
Bloom size: 6–8"(15.2–20.3 cm)
Plant height: 42–54"

Color

Color: White
Pattern: Solid
Tags: whiteivorybright whitecream heart

Growing context

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

Provenance

1991
United States
Breeder: Gordon Leroux

Grower Profile

Difficulty

Intermediate

Ideal for

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Growing Kenora Challenger

Stake early since the stems get top-heavy when blooms mature. Pinch once at four true leaves to push side breaks, then disbud the side buds if you want one clean show-quality head per stem. Watch for wind damage on tall plants near open sites.

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