Café au Lait

Creamy blush petals swirling to soft latte, lush, romantic, and a true showstopper.

Release: Classic favourite, bred in France
Form: Decorative
Bloom size: Large (20–25 cm)
Height: 1.2–1.5 m
Bred by: M. Wynands, France

Description
Café au Lait is beloved for its oversized blooms and dreamy, ever changing shades. Each flower opens in creamy blush, peach, or soft café tones, swirling out to petals that shift with the season and soil. This is the dahlia that takes centre stage in bridal bouquets and garden beds alike, with a lush, romantic flair that’s hard to beat. Blooms are full, softly ruffled and perfectly imperfect.

Highlights
Huge, fully double decorative blooms up to 25 cm wide
Cream, blush, and peachy latte tones (colour can vary)
Sought after for wedding and event work
Strong, upright stems for cutting
Classic variety with an international following

Growing Notes
Spacing: 40–50 cm
Sun: Full sun
Pinching: Yes, at 30 cm
Staking: Essential for tall plants and large blooms
Flowering period: Midsummer through to frost

Ideal for
Bridal and event designers, romance-inspired gardens, lovers of big, spectacular flowers, and anyone after a classic dahlia to steal the show.