“Jolene” or Café au Lait Mini Informal Decorative

“Jolene” or Café au Lait Mini Informal Decorative 

Meet Mini CAL “Jolene”, a delicate and elegant bloom that brings the creamy romance of the classic Café au Lait into a more manageably sized—and utterly enchanting—form. This variety reveals soft blush-ivory petals that may deepen to hints of pink or cream, all unfolding in a gentle, informal decorative style. Imagine petals in that dreamy tone you love, but in a gentler package, perfect for both garden beds and bouquets that demand subtle sophistication.

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Details

• Form: Informal Decorative 

• Bloom Size: ~ 4–6 inches (commonly 4–5") 

• Plant Height: Moderate to tall — reports of ~ 5–7 ft 

• Stem Strength: Strong (suitable for cutting) — valued by floral growers 

• Unicorn Status: Semi-rare / collector interest (a specialty mini form)

• Primary Color: Creamy ivory / blush tones 

• Secondary Color: Soft pink or deeper cream variations (depending on conditions) 

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A Bit of History

“Jolene,” or Café au Lait Mini, was developed as a more petite, florally versatile counterpart to the towering and iconic Café au Lait varieties. Growers wanted something with the signature creamy, rose-tinged palette but with blooms easier to handle in arrangements. Over time, “Jolene” has become a treasured cultivar in wedding and design circles because of its elegance in small form and its dependable bloom production. Several growers report it as being more prolific and easier to cut/arrange than its larger relatives. 

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Ideal For

• Wedding bouquets and delicate floral arrangements

• Cutting gardens (for creation of refined & soft-tone arrangements)

• Mixed borders and cottage gardens (to add cream blush accents)

• Patio containers or smaller beds where the full Café au Lait form would be too big

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Pairs Well With

“Café au Lait (standard)” — for tone-on-tone layering with a contrast in size

“Thomas Edison” Dahlia — deep purples that make Jolene’s soft tones pop

Dusty Miller or Lamb’s Ear — silvery foliage to accentuate the blush-cream petals