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Rocco

A Dutch heirloom from 1962 that packs rich lilac globes onto prolific stems

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Pompon · 1.5–2"PurpleG.H. Lammerse (1962)Netherlands

Rocco was bred in Netherlands by G.H. Lammerse in 1962. Rich lilac-purple globes cover each plant from mid-summer through frost, with tightly inrolled petals forming near-perfect spheres. Rocco traces back to a Dutch breeding program in 1962 and has stayed in production ever since because the button-sized blooms hold their color without fading. Rocco is a pompon dahlia that opens 1.5–2" blooms in purple.

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Specifications

Physical

Form: Pompon
Bloom class: Munder 4"
Bloom size: 1.5–2"(3.8–5.1 cm)
Plant height: 30–39"

Color

Color: Purple
Pattern: Solid
Tags: purplelilaclavenderboysenberryplumglobe

Growing context

Flowering season: All season
Cut flower: ✓ Yes
Stem length: 18"

Provenance

1962
Netherlands
Breeder: G.H. Lammerse

Grower Profile

Difficulty

Intermediate

Ideal for

HobbyistsFlorists

Growing Rocco

Plant in full sun and pinch the main stem at four to five leaf nodes to encourage branching. Stake early so stems stay straight as height increases. Cut frequently once blooms open to drive continuous production through the season. Lift tubers after the first frost and store in a cool, dry location over winter.

Spacing: Space roughly 2–3 ft apart
Staking: Staking recommended once buds set