Hollyhill Serenity Waterlily Dahlia

Hollyhill Serenity Waterlily

Whisper-soft and gracefully elegant, Hollyhill Serenity blooms like a watercolor sunset in your garden. Its refined waterlily-form petals gently cup inward at day’s end, creating a dreamy bloom that glows in shades of peach, cream, blush, and coral. Each 4–6-inch flower seems to radiate serenity, adding a poetic, romantic touch to borders, containers, and floral arrangements.

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Details

• Form: Waterlily (WL)

• Bloom Size: Medium (4–6 inches)

• Plant Height: Medium–Tall (approx. 4–4.5 feet)

• Stem Strength: Sturdy (typical of waterlily forms, staking may help late season)

• Unicorn Status: Rare — often sold as “limit one” due to high demand 

• Primary Color: Peach/Coral

• Secondary Color: Cream/Blush/Yellow light blend

• Plant ID: 

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A Bit of History

Bred by Ted & Margaret Kennedy and introduced in 2016, Hollyhill Serenity quickly earned acclaim for its soft, dreamy palette and elegant waterlily form . It captured "Best Waterlily" titles at major shows in Portland (2015) and Eugene (2014)—a testament to its refined beauty and garden appeal . Revered by growers and collectors, this variety is often limited in availability, making it a beloved “must-grow” for dahlia enthusiasts .

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Ideal For

• Cutting gardens – luminous blooms perfect for soft, elegant arrangements

• Romantic garden borders – adds serenity with its soft sunset tones

• Wedding bouquets – a naturally poetic, floral focal point

• Containers – a graceful statement on patios or entryways

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Pairs Well With

Café au Lait Dahlia – its creamy blush contrasts beautifully with Serenity’s peachy hues

Bishop of Dover Dahlia – crisp white blooms for a fresh, elevated composition

Lavender/Gray Foliage Plants (e.g., Dusty Miller, Salvia 'Amistad') – complementary texture and subtle contrast in mixed garden beds