Dahlia 'Kelsey Pollock' | Kelsey Pollock Dahlia
DESCRIPTION
Dahlia 'Kelsey Pollock' is a lively, eye-catching collarette dahlia with vibrant yellow petals, irregularly speckled and striped with bold streaks of bright red. This playful patterning extends to the inner ring of smaller petals, where the red markings intensify, creating a more dramatic contrast against the sunny yellow background. The large yellow center remains open, inviting pollinators and adding a radiant focal point. As part of the Collarette group, 'Kelsey Pollock' showcases the signature two-layered petal structure, with broad outer petals and a striking collar of inner petals, offering depth and complexity. Classified as miniature in size, this dahlia’s joyful color palette and dynamic speckled pattern make it a delightful addition to any garden or bouquet.
DESCRIPTION
Dahlia 'Kelsey Pollock' is a lively, eye-catching collarette dahlia with vibrant yellow petals, irregularly speckled and striped with bold streaks of bright red. This playful patterning extends to the inner ring of smaller petals, where the red markings intensify, creating a more dramatic contrast against the sunny yellow background. The large yellow center remains open, inviting pollinators and adding a radiant focal point. As part of the Collarette group, 'Kelsey Pollock' showcases the signature two-layered petal structure, with broad outer petals and a striking collar of inner petals, offering depth and complexity. Classified as miniature in size, this dahlia’s joyful color palette and dynamic speckled pattern make it a delightful addition to any garden or bouquet.
DESCRIPTION
Dahlia 'Kelsey Pollock' is a lively, eye-catching collarette dahlia with vibrant yellow petals, irregularly speckled and striped with bold streaks of bright red. This playful patterning extends to the inner ring of smaller petals, where the red markings intensify, creating a more dramatic contrast against the sunny yellow background. The large yellow center remains open, inviting pollinators and adding a radiant focal point. As part of the Collarette group, 'Kelsey Pollock' showcases the signature two-layered petal structure, with broad outer petals and a striking collar of inner petals, offering depth and complexity. Classified as miniature in size, this dahlia’s joyful color palette and dynamic speckled pattern make it a delightful addition to any garden or bouquet.
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Bloom Color: Yellow with red speckles and striping
Bloom Size: Miniature (up to 4 in)
Form: Single-flowered
Plant Height: 4 ftDahlias are generally low-maintenance. They do best in well-draining soil and prefer full sun for optimal growth and flowering. Tubers can be planted outside after the last frost. Nourish with a balanced fertilizer once the plants are established.
Throughout the growing season, provide regular watering, support for tall varieties, and deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms. Harvest blossoms when buds are 3/4 open.
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Many tubers and seeds are available online. You can visit dahliaaddict for help in finding online sources. This variety can be seen in the Dahlia Display at the Bellevue Botanical Garden.
Read more about how to plant dahlia tubers.
