{"product_id":"formby-monarch-cutting","title":"Formby Monarch - Cutting (unconfirmed)","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 20.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji'; mso-no-proof: yes;\"\u003e🦄\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 20.0pt; line-height: 107%; mso-no-proof: yes;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-no-proof: yes;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormby Monarch\u003c\/b\u003e is a highly desirable and exceptionally beautiful dahlia, celebrated for its complex, dusty coloring and magnificent bloom size. Like its counterpart 'Formby Duke,' it was bred by the late \u003cb\u003eGeorge Harding\u003c\/b\u003e in Tasmania, Australia, and is a premier choice for florists who specialize in muted, antique color schemes. It was introduced in mid-1980s.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-no-proof: yes;\"\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-no-proof: yes;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-no-proof: yes;\"\u003eForm: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-no-proof: yes;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLarge Decorative (LD) \/ Informal Decorative (ID)\u003c\/b\u003e — The blooms are lush and full. While often classified as Large Decorative, the broad, sometimes slightly waved petals can lean toward Informal Decorative, giving it a flamboyant, regal presence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-no-proof: yes;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-no-proof: yes;\"\u003eColour: Dusty Pink Blend (PB) \/ Salmon-Pink — The color is famously complex and highly valued for its \"smoky\" appearance: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-no-proof: yes;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDusty Pink Blend (PB) \/ Salmon-Pink\u003c\/b\u003e — The color is famously complex and highly valued for its \"smoky\" appearance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-no-proof: yes;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-no-proof: yes;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMain Hue:\u003c\/b\u003e A sophisticated, \u003cb\u003edusty, antique rose-pink\u003c\/b\u003e or \u003cb\u003esoft watermelon-pink\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-no-proof: yes;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAccents:\u003c\/b\u003e It often features a darker, more \u003cb\u003epurple\/rose center\u003c\/b\u003e that gradually fades outward. Most notably, the tips of the petals are often finished with a beautiful, subtle \u003cb\u003egold or peach shimmer\u003c\/b\u003e, giving the large bloom a jewel-like quality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-no-proof: yes;\"\u003eBloom Size: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-no-proof: yes;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLarge (A) \/ Dinnerplate\u003c\/b\u003e — Blooms are substantial, typically ranging from 8 to 9 inches (20–23 cm) in diameter, earning it \"Dinnerplate\" status.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-no-proof: yes;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-no-proof: yes;\"\u003eHeight: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-no-proof: yes;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTall\u003c\/b\u003e, typically growing around 4 to 5 feet (120–150 cm).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-no-proof: yes;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-no-proof: yes;\"\u003ePerformance: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-no-proof: yes;\"\u003eA \u003cb\u003epremium cut flower\u003c\/b\u003e known for its unique color, strong stems (though staking is required to support the massive heads), and excellent consistency. It is a champion-winning exhibition dahlia in Australia and a must-have for market growers seeking high-impact, refined blooms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-no-proof: yes;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-no-proof: yes;\"\u003ePlease note that the listing is for \u003cu\u003eone rooted cutting\u003c\/u\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-no-proof: yes;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\" style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"mso-no-proof: yes;\"\u003eWe guarantee you will receive a cutting with a healthy root system at the time of receipt. Please examine your order immediately upon arrival and contact us via email (not social media) within 24 hours if you see an issue with your order. After 24 hours, the buyer accepts full responsibility for the tuber as we cannot be held responsible for\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-no-proof: yes;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e improper storage, weather, growing conditions, pest damage, plant performance, failure to thrive or negligence\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-no-proof: yes;\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-no-proof: yes;\"\u003ePlease see our policies below for varieties awaiting confirmation of bloom below.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Makayla's Meadows","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47473072996569,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/www.makaylasmeadow.ca\/products\/formby-monarch-cutting","provider":"Makayla's Meadow","version":"1.0","type":"link"}