October Sky

October Sky carries the elegant openness of a waterlily form, and she brings a lovely sense of space between fuller flowers. A warm waterlily dahlia in glowing autumnal shades of peach, orange, gold, and blush.

📋 Cultivar Notes

• Breeder / Hybridizer: Unknown
• Year of Introduction: 2011
• Origin: Unknown
• Form: Waterlily (WL)
• ADS Classification Number: 7312 (BB / Small, over 4 to 6 inches / Waterlily / Flame Blend).
• Cut Flower Status: Excellent. A strong choice for bouquet work.
• Show & Exhibition Flower Status: Not confirmed as ADS-registered. It may still be useful in garden displays or classes allowed by a local schedule, but current show eligibility should be checked before entry.

🌸 In the Garden

• Bloom: Blooms are reported at approximately 5 inches. A warm waterlily dahlia in glowing autumnal shades of peach, orange, gold, and blush.
• Plant Height & Habit: Approximately 5 feet tall, with an upright, branching habit. Stake as needed for height and bloom weight.
• Growing Notes: Usually around 5 feet tall. Pinch early for branching and give solid support once the plant is carrying flowers.
• Tuber Yield: Not yet tracked at Hedge & Alchemy.