Bloomquist Karen G

Bloomquist Karen G feels touched by late-summer light, and she adds a warm note that can pull several bouquet colors together. Peach-apricot, with narrower pointed petals that create a lively, starburst-like profile.

📋 Cultivar Notes

• Breeder / Hybridizer: Paul Bloomquist
• Year of Introduction: Unknown
• Origin: USA
• Form: Semi-Cactus (SC)
• ADS Classification Number: 2210 (B / Medium, over 6 to 8 inches / Semi-Cactus / Light Blend)
• Cut Flower Status: Good. The form lends itself well to bouquet work; vase life can vary with harvest stage and conditions.
• Show & Exhibition Flower Status: Potentially. Confirm the current ADS listing and class before entering.

🌸 In the Garden

• Bloom: Blooms are reported at approximately 7 inches. The semi-cactus flowers are described as peach-apricot, with narrower pointed petals that create a lively, starburst-like profile.
• Plant Height & Habit: Approximately 4.3 feet tall, with an upright, branching habit. Stake as needed for height and bloom weight.
• Growing Notes: Usually around 4.3 feet tall. Pinch early for branching and give solid support once the plant is carrying flowers.
• Tuber Yield: Not yet tracked at Hedge & Alchemy.