Mingus Gregory
The dinnerplate that quiets a room the moment it lands in a bouquet.
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Incurved Cactus · 8–10"LavenderPhil MingusUnited States
Long twisted petals curl inward in soft lavender with cream washing across the tips, giving each bloom a velvety glow as it opens. The flowers keep getting bigger through the season, sometimes palm-sized, sometimes the size of a dinner plate. Collectors of the Mingus line grow this one for the sheer drama it brings to a late-summer row. It comes from Phil Mingus in United States.
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Specifications
Physical
- Form
- Incurved Cactus
- Bloom class
- A8–10"
- Bloom size
- 8–10"(20.3–25.4 cm)
- Plant height
- 36–48"
Color
- Color
- Lavender
- Pattern
- Light Blend
- Tags
- lavenderlilaccreamsoft-purplepastellight-blend
Growing context
- Flowering season
- Mid season
- Cut flower
- ✓ Yes
- Exhibition
- ✓ Yes
- Stem length
- 22"
Provenance
- United States
- Country of origin
- Breeder
- Phil Mingus
Grower Profile
Difficulty
Ideal for
Growing Mingus Gregory
Stake at planting because the heavy heads will pull stems sideways once the bigger flowers open. Pinch above the third leaf pair to build side branches, then disbud aggressively if you want the largest show-quality flowers. Feed steadily through midseason and keep water even so the color stays clean rather than muddy.
- Spacing
- Space roughly 2–3 ft apart
- Staking
- Stake early — stems carry heavy blooms and lean in wind
Frequently asked questions
How tall does Mingus Gregory dahlia grow?
Mingus Gregory reaches 36–48" at maturity, so plan to stake plants early to keep heavy blooms upright.
When does Mingus Gregory dahlia bloom?
Mingus Gregory is a midseason bloomer, in flower from midsummer through first frost.
Is Mingus Gregory dahlia good for cut flowers?
Yes — Mingus Gregory is well suited for cutting, with approximately 5-day vase life. Stems typically reach about 22″.
Is Mingus Gregory hard to grow?
Mingus Gregory 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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