The Florelie Cosmic Romance dahlia is a striking and eye-catching variety released in 2024 by Australian breeder Lorelie Merton of Florelie Seasonal Flowers. It is celebrated for its romantic, variable coloring and impressive presence in the field, often catching the eye of visitors from across the rows. Color: Raspberry with White Tips. Features deep raspberry or red blooms where petals are tipped in white. The pattern is highly variable; some flowers have a "patchwork" of white tips, while others may be almost entirely raspberry with only a few white accents. Occasionally, the plant may produce a solid red bloom. Form: Ball (BA) / Miniature Decorative (M FD). Described as having ball-shaped blooms with neatly and symmetrically arranged petals. Some growers also classify its habit as Miniature Decorative. Bloom Size: Miniature. Compact, perfectly formed blooms that hold a tight center throughout their lifespan. Height: Tall. A vigorous plant that typically grows between 3.2 to 5 feet (1–1.5 meters) tall. It is noted for being taller than many other varieties in the same garden bed. Performance: Long-Blooming Cut Flower. Praised for having an exceptional vase life and long, dark stems where the blooms sit at a perfect angle for picking. It is a particularly hardy variety, continuing to bloom even after other plants have succumbed to early frosts.
