Opal

Opal has an understated elegance, and she gives romantic bouquets a beautiful bridge between neighboring colors. White blush, with tightly rolled petals forming a rounded, substantial bloom.

Bloomed at Hedge & Alchemy in our 2026 garden.

📖 From the journal of Hedge & Alchemy

I’m growing her in honor of my great-grandmother, Opal. She is soft and romantic, with gentle coloring that shifted slightly as the weather cooled.

📋 Cultivar Notes

• Breeder / Hybridizer: Harry W Allyn
• Year of Introduction: Unknown
• Origin: USA
• Form: Ball (BA)
• ADS Classification Number: 6010 (Ball / 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 4 inches. The ball flowers are described as white blush, with tightly rolled petals forming a rounded, substantial bloom.
• Plant Height & Habit: Approximately 2.8 feet tall, with an upright, branching habit. Stake as needed for height and bloom weight.
• Growing Notes: Usually around 2.8 feet tall. Pinch early for branching and give solid support once the plant is carrying flowers.
• Tuber Yield: Not yet tracked at Hedge & Alchemy.