Diana's Memory

The Diana's Memory dahlia is a graceful and refined variety hybridized by L.M. van der Lans in the Netherlands in 1998. Named as a tribute to Princess Diana, it is celebrated for its serene, romantic coloring and compact growth, making it a timeless choice for both garden borders and delicate floral arrangements.

• Color: Light Blend (LB) / Soft Pink and Cream. Luminous creamy-white or ivory petals with a soft golden-yellow center and delicate lavender-pink tips that look as if they have been "lightly dipped in paint".
• Form: Decorative (D) / Waterlily (WL). A full, symmetrical bloom with broad, flat petals that are neatly arranged to create a serene, rounded appearance.
• ADS Classification: Typically classified as Small Decorative (FD/ID) or Waterlily depending on regional societies and exhibition standards.
• Bloom Size: Small to Medium. Flowers typically measure between 4 and 6 inches (10–15 cm) in diameter.
• Height: Medium. A neatly compact variety that grows to approximately 2.5 to 3 feet (70–90 cm) tall, making it suitable for the front of borders or large containers.
• Performance: Elegant and Floriferous. Praised for its strong, sturdy stems and resilience against rain; it is a prolific bloomer from mid-summer until the first frost and is highly valued for its long vase life.