Bloomquist Jean Informal Decorative Dahlia

Bloomquist Jean Informal Decorative Dahlia 

Discover the playful elegance of Bloomquist Jean Dahlia, where each bloom is a vibrant copper-orange spectacle that seems to dance in the sunlight. Its unique, recurved petals curl back like swirling ribbons, creating a curly, almost Seussian silhouette—earning it nicknames like the “Truffula tree” of the dahlia world . Towering gracefully above the garden on tall, sturdy stems, this dahlia brings both bold color and whimsical charm to any sunny flower bed.

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Details

• Form: Informal Decorative 

• Bloom Size: B-Class (Medium), 6–8 inches 

• Plant Height: Medium–Tall (36–60 inches, often around 4–5 ft) 

• Stem Strength: Strong—excellent for cut flowers and show displays 

• Unicorn Status: Rare (award-winning and highly prized among specialists) 

• Primary Color: Coppery Orange with golden-yellow streaks 

• Secondary Color: Subtle golden yellow highlights 

• Plant ID: 

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A Bit of History

Bred by the esteemed hybridizer Paul Bloomquist of Lynden, Washington—and named in honor of fellow hybridizer Jean Heeringa—Bloomquist Jean debuted in 2018 and quickly earned acclaim, including the Stanley Johnson Award in 2021 and the Les Connell Award for outstanding newcomers . Its striking form and vivid coloring have made it a consistent award-winner at shows, and gardeners celebrate it for its whimsical presence and dependable blooming .

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Ideal For

• Cutting gardens and whimsical floral arrangements

• Bold focal points in perennial beds or sunny borders

• Eye-catching centerpiece blooms in wedding or event bouquets

• Show gardens and competitions where novelty and flair shine

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Pairs Well With

Dahlia ‘Cafe au Lait’ – its creamy, subdued tones provide a soft counterpoint to the vibrant orange.

Dahlia ‘Wizard of Oz’ – rosy-pink, ball-form blooms echo the playful shape and enhance the color story.

Ornamental alliums – their globe shapes and cool tones contrast beautifully with the curly warmth of Bloomquist Jean—a perfect pairing for dramatic visual impact .