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Pam Howden

Gold and peach that looks lit from within, stem after stem.

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Waterlily · 4–6"Light BlendGar Davidson (1995)Australia

Pam Howden was bred in Australia by Gar Davidson in 1995. Yellow at the base, glowing peach at the tips, with raspberry-toned backs that shift the whole bloom depending on the light. Bred in Australia by Gar Davidson and named for his sister-in-law, it holds an RHS Award of Garden Merit. It also holds its form on the show bench.

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Specifications

Physical

Form
Waterlily
Bloom class
BB4–6"
Bloom size
4–6"(10.2–15.2 cm)
Plant height
36–48"

Color

Color
Light Blend
Tags
peachyellowraspberrylight blend

Growing context

Flowering season
Mid season
Cut flower
✓ Yes
Exhibition
✓ Yes
Stem length
12"

Provenance

1995
Australia
Breeder
Gar Davidson

Awards & Recognition

  • ★RHS Award of Garden Merit

Growing Pam Howden

Plant in full sun and pinch your plants when they reach about knee height to encourage branching. Your stems hold up well from the field to the vase. Harvest when blooms are three-quarters open for the longest life. In hot summers, pick in the early morning while temperatures are cool.

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

Frequently asked questions

How tall does Pam Howden dahlia grow?

Pam Howden reaches 36–48" at maturity, so plan to stake plants early to keep heavy blooms upright.

When does Pam Howden dahlia bloom?

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

Is Pam Howden dahlia good for cut flowers?

Yes — Pam Howden is well suited for cutting, with approximately 5-day vase life. Stems typically reach about 12″.

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