Dahlia ‘Cornel Bronze’

One tuber per pot. Pickup available mid-May. A striking ball-type dahlia featuring rich bronze-orange blooms with warm, glowing tones. The perfectly rounded flowers have a tight, uniform form, making them a favourite among cut flower growers. Its earthy colour pairs beautifully with both soft neutrals and bold seasonal palettes. Blooming continuously from mid-summer until frost, ‘Cornel Bronze’ is highly productive with strong stems and excellent vase life. A reliable variety for both garden display and floral arrangements, adding warmth and depth to any space. Grows best in full sun and fertile, well-drained soil. A standout choice for cut flower gardens and bouquet work. Main Interest: Ball-shaped blooms; excellent cut flower with long vase life Exposure: Full sun Soil Moisture: Moderate; well-drained soil Growth Type: Upright, tuberous perennial Flower Colour: Bronze-orange Fragrance: Non-fragrant Flowering Period: Mid-summer to frost (July–October) Foliage: Green, divided leaves Hardiness: USDA Zone 8–11 (lift tubers in colder climates) Mature Size: 36–48 in (90–120 cm) tall × 18–24 in (45–60 cm) wide Uses: Cut flower gardens, bouquets, borders, specialty cut flower production ❗ THIS PRODUCT IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR SHIPPING (Local pickup or delivery only) Cornel Bronze vs Copperboy: Key Differences Feature Cornel Bronze Copperboy Form Ball Ball / pompon Color Bronze-orange, sometimes soft coral Copper, bronze, with red/raspberry tones Bloom look Very uniform, tight, consistent Slightly more variation in tone Bloom size ~3–4” ~4–5” (often a bit larger) Plant height 3–5 ft ~2–3 ft (more compact) Productivity Very high (workhorse) Also productive but less “industrial” Stem strength Strong, straight (florist favourite) Strong, but more ornamental Color stability More consistent Shifts with light (more depth) Vibe Clean, classic, versatile Moody, artistic, eye-catching