KA’s Apricot Jam

The KA’s Apricot Jam dahlia is a show-stopping and highly coveted variety hybridized by the award-winning Kristine Albrecht of Santa Cruz Dahlias and introduced in 2025. It is prized by collectors and floral designers for its unique, warm "antique" glow and its ability to pump out perfectly formed blooms on long, strong stems.

• Color: Apricot (OR/PK). A deep, rich apricot-orange with a warm peach-pink undertone and a subtle, smoky antique blush. The color is often described as having a soft, "sunset-toned" glow that provides incredible depth in summer bouquets.
• Form: Formal Decorative (FD). Features lush, beautifully layered petals that create a symmetrical, picture-perfect bloom.
• ADS Classification: 3004 (BB-FD-OR). A small-sized (BB), formal decorative dahlia in the orange color class.
• Bloom Size: Small (BB). Flowers typically range from 3 to 4 inches (7.5–10 cm) in diameter, though they can reach up to 6 inches under ideal conditions.
• Height: Tall. A robust grower that typically reaches 4 to 6 feet (120–180 cm) in height.
• Performance: Reliable and Prolific. Renowned for being high-yielding and productive, it is a favorite for cut flower arrangements due to its sturdy, easy-to-cut stems and dependable bloom count throughout the season.