Keith H Waterlily Dahlia

Keith H is a stunning waterlily dahlia that brings the warm glow of a summer sunset straight into the garden. Its elegant, open blooms feature a soft buttery yellow base brushed with warm peach and orange-red along the edges of the petals. The combination creates a beautiful light blend that seems to glow in the garden, especially when the evening sun catches the blooms. With long, sturdy stems and an abundance of flowers throughout the season, Keith H is both a beautiful garden plant and an exceptional choice for the cutting garden.

Details

• Form: Waterlily (WL)
• Bloom Size: M — approximately 4–6 inches
• Plant Height: Tall — approximately 5 feet
• Stem Strength: Strong
• Unicorn Status: Rare
• Primary Color: Yellow
• Secondary Color: Peach to Orange-Red

A Bit of History

Keith H is an older American dahlia variety, hybridized by Mrs. Catherine Miller and introduced before 1987. It has remained a favorite among growers because of its distinctive waterlily form, unusual warm coloring, long stems, and excellent productivity. The American Dahlia Society classification for Keith H is 7310, placing it in the Waterlily form with a light-blend color classification.

Keith H is also known for producing an abundance of blooms and long stems that make it particularly useful for cutting. Its warm yellow blooms with contrasting darker petal edges give bouquets a beautiful touch of depth without overpowering softer colors.

Ideal For

• Cutting gardens
• Farm-grown bouquets
• Wedding and event arrangements
• Cottage gardens and flower borders

Pairs Well With

Keith H looks beautiful paired with soft, romantic varieties such as Café au Lait, Bride to Be, and Peaches N' Cream. It also pairs wonderfully with white cosmos, feverfew, yarrow, and other airy fillers that allow its warm yellow and peach coloring to stand out.