Hilltop Glow is hybridized by Buddy Dean of Hilltop Gardens in North Carolina, USA, and introduced around 2008. Characteristics: Form: Formal Decorative (FD). Fully double blooms with symmetrical, gently curved petals. The shape is classic and balanced, offering a polished silhouette with a painterly finish. Color: Light Blend (LB) of Pink, Lavender, and White/Cream. This is where the dahlia truly "glows": The petals are a pale, icy pink or bone china white near the center. They transition outward to a soft lavender or pinkish-lavender. The tips are often sharply defined with a deeper purple or violet edge, creating a striking, hand-dipped effect. Bloom Size: Small (BB), typically measuring 4 to 6 inches (10 to 15 cm) in diameter. ADS Classification: 3010 (BB - Small size, FD - Formal Decorative, LB - Light Blend). Height: A robust plant, growing to about 3 to 5 feet (90–150 cm) tall. Performance: Cut Flower Quality: 'Hilltop Glo' is an absolute bouquet staple and top-tier cut flower. It is highly valued for its: Long, strong stems that hold the glowing blooms upright. Phenomenal productivity, pumping out blooms all season. Excellent vase life. Heat Tolerance: Having been hybridized in the Southern United States, it is known for thriving in warmer, hotter climates where some dahlias struggle, making it a reliable performer in many regions. Tuber Production: Growers consistently report that it is an abundant tuber producer, making it easy to overwinter and expand your stock. Please note that the listing is for one tuber. We guarantee you will receive a viable tuber true to variety, with an eye and healthy neck. Please examine your order immediately upon arrival and contact us via email (not social media) within 7 days if you see an issue with your order. After that 7 days the buyer accepts full responsibility for the tuber as we cannot be held responsible for improper storage, weather, growing conditions, pest damage, plant performance, failure to thrive or negligence.
