Lee's Scarlet Macaw

Lee’s Scarlet Macaw

Lee’s Scarlet Macaw is as vivid and theatrical as its namesake — a Waterlily to Informal Decorative dahlia with broad, flawlessly layered petals that elegantly recurve outward and charmingly close slightly at night, like a bloom settling in for rest.

Color

Dark Blend (DB) / Red — an elaborate, almost painterly mix of hot scarlet, raspberry pink, and faded red, shot through with prominent bright yellow streaks and accented by soft blush and lavender highlights. A chameleon in the garden: shaded environments can shift the palette toward muted tan undertones, making every placement a new experience.

Size & Habit

• Form: Waterlily (WL) to Informal Decorative — broad recurving petals, closes slightly at night
• Bloom size: Small to medium, 3.5–5 inches across
• Plant height: Very robust and tall, 4.5–5 feet