Lemon Meringue Informal Decorative Dahlia

Lemon Meringue Informal Decorative Dahlia 

Experience the luminous charm of the Lemon Meringue Dahlia, an Informal Decorative beauty whose creamy yellow blooms seem to melt in the sunlight like a dreamy citrus dessert. Each soft, frilly blossom carries a gentle warmth that brightens borders, containers, and cutting gardens alike. With its relaxed, ruffled form and cheerful glow, this variety invites home gardeners to indulge in a garden moment that feels both elegant and delightfully whimsical.

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Details

• Form: Informal Decorative

• Bloom Size: BB (4–6 inches) 

• Plant Height: Medium (3 to 4 feet) 

• Stem Strength: Strong — perfect for cutting and display

• Unicorn Status: Rare — a true standout in any collection

• Primary Color: Yellow

• Secondary Color: White (bicolor blend) 

• Plant ID (SKU): 3115 (from Colorado Dahlia Society registry) 

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A Bit of History

Lemon Meringue is recognized in the Colorado Dahlia Society’s registry as variety 3115, classed as BB size, Informal Decorative (ID), and bicolored (yellow/white) . While the breeder details remain less documented, this variety has earned fans among growers for its soft, pastel charm and garden versatility. Its gentle, bicolor blooms make it especially favored in cultivation and for creating ethereal cut-flower arrangements.

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Ideal For

• Cutting gardens — blooms are long-lasting and vase-worthy

• Flower borders and beds — adds airy, glowing highlights

• Wedding bouquets and event arrangements — romantic and soft

• Large containers or patio accents — compact yet eye-catching

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Pairs Well With

A deep burgundy or plum dahlia, such as "Bishop of Llandaff", for dramatic contrast

A creamy peony-form dahlia, like "Whitley's Pick", for a tone-on-tone, textured palette

Lavender salvia or pale blue salvia, offering a dreamy complementary background to its creamy yellow tones