The Artistic Masterpiece of the Dinnerplate Family

Pre-order for dispatch end of February 2026.

The Dahlia 'Café Au Lait Twist' is the wildly beautiful and artistic sister of the classic Café Au Lait. It offers the same gigantic, ruffled "dinnerplate" blooms but adds a spectacular splash of pattern. Each creamy-blush petal is irregularly splashed and striped with vibrant raspberry-pink swirls. No two flowers are ever exactly the same, creating a dynamic and playful display that looks like a watercolour painting come to life.

Standing tall and proud, this variety commands attention at the back of the border. Its unique, bi-colour pattern makes it a fascination for florists and gardeners who want something truly distinctive. Despite its delicate appearance, it is a robust grower with strong stems, ensuring that these massive, swirled blooms stand up well in the garden and last beautifully in a vase.

SPECIFICATIONS

• Plant Type: Dahlia Tuber (Tender Perennial)

• Variety: Café Au Lait Twist (Dinnerplate Decorative Type)

• Hardiness: Tender - protect from frost

• Flower Colour: Creamy Blush with Raspberry-Pink Splashes/Swirls

• Flowering Period: July to October

• Sun Exposure: Full Sun

• Soil Type: Moist, Well-Drained, Fertile Soil

• Mature Height: Approx. 100cm – 120cm

• Mature Spread: Approx. 60cm – 70cm

KEY FEATURES

• Massive "Dinnerplate" blooms with unique raspberry swirls

• A stunning bi-colour sport of the famous original

• Every single bloom has a slightly different pattern

• Excellent vase life for dramatic cut flower arrangements

• Tall and vigorous, perfect for adding height to borders

WHAT YOU'LL RECEIVE

You will receive top-quality Dahlia Tubers (Grade 1), ready to be potted up in spring or planted directly after the risk of frost has passed.

GROWING TIP

Like its siblings, 'Twist' produces heavy flower heads that need support. Stake securely upon planting. To get the most vibrant splashes of colour, ensure the plant gets plenty of sunlight. Deadhead spent blooms to keep the show going right through to the first frosts.

PERFECT FOR

• Gardeners who love unique, patterned flowers

• Artistic Floral Arrangements

• The "Wow Factor" in mixed borders

• Collecting the full 'Café Au Lait' series

• Cottage and Contemporary Gardens

GROWING CALENDAR

• Planting: Pot up indoors in March/April or plant out in May/June (after frost).

• Feeding: July to September (High potash feed).

• Flowering: July to October.

• Lifting/Protecting: November (lift tubers to store over winter).

At The Rose Press Garden, we are passionate about providing gardeners across the UK with top-quality, healthy plants and bulbs, delivered directly to your door.

TRPG charges for delivery depending on the shipment locations and weight of items.

1st class P&P to UK is £5.95

2nd class P&P to UK is £4.50

P&P for heavy items such as plant support will be charged at £8