Pam Howden

Pam Howden is a glowing waterlily dahlia in warm orange and yellow, with broad, gently cupped petals opening into the graceful, floating silhouette that makes the form so distinctive. She has movement and lightness, with broad cupped petals creating the unmistakable floating silhouette of the waterlily form.

Bloomed at Hedge & Alchemy in our 2026 garden.

📖 From the journal of Hedge & Alchemy

She needs almost no introduction. Gorgeous sunset oranges and yellows with that wonderfully polished waterlily form.

📋 Cultivar Notes

• Breeder / Hybridizer: Gar Davidson
• Year of Introduction: Unknown
• Origin: Australia
• Form: Waterlily (WL)
• ADS Classification Number: 7310 (Waterlily / Light Blend)
• Cut Flower Status: Excellent. The open, cupped form brings movement and luminous warm color to bouquet work.
• Show & Exhibition Flower Status: Suitable for exhibition; confirm the current ADS listing before entering.

🌸 In the Garden

• Bloom: Warm orange and yellow light-blend flowers with broad, gently cupped petals arranged in a classic waterlily form.
• Plant Height & Habit: Approximately 4 feet tall with an upright, branching habit.
• Growing Notes: Pinch early for branching and support as needed once flowering is underway.
• Tuber Yield: Not yet tracked at Hedge & Alchemy.