Seed Option 1: Peaches N Cream Seed Parent

Every packet is packed with 10 seeds, hand-collected and carefully processed right here on the farm by me! These seeds come from open-pollinated plants, so each one holds the potential for a brand-new, one-of-a-kind dahlia bloom. Peaches-N-Cream is a true favorite of mine—heat-tolerant, beautifully colored, and blooming on strong, long stems that make it perfect for arrangements and market bouquets! (That's me in the second photo with a bucket full of fall Peaches-N-Cream!)

Thanks to their unique octoploid genetics, each seed grows into a dahlia that’s entirely its own. Get ready to experience the thrill of watching a one-of-a-kind flower blossom in your garden!

Science Lesson Time!

Octoploid genetics" means that a plant has eight sets of chromosomes, rather than the usual two sets (diploid) found in most organisms, including humans. This is common in certain plants, including dahlias, which are naturally octoploid. Having eight sets of chromosomes gives dahlias a much larger genetic "palette" to work with, making them highly variable and capable of producing a wide range of traits.

This genetic complexity is a big reason why dahlias grown from seed are so diverse—each seed has the potential to mix and match a vast array of genetic traits, leading to unique flower shapes, colors, and sizes. In practical terms, octoploid genetics make dahlias especially exciting for gardeners and breeders who love the variety and unpredictability they offer!