TYPE:  Decorative
BLOOM:  4.5"
HEIGHT:  
COLOR:  Raspberry-Pink shades accented by Apricot hints at the base
 
Ellen Nauta is a small decorative dahlia variety prized for its warm, elegant blooms and reliability as a cut flower.​  Flowers measure about 4.5 inches) across, with neatly formed, fully double petals in raspberry pink shades accented by apricot hints at the base. The upward-facing petals create a tidy, formal shape ideal for arrangements.​  Plants grow to around 36" tall with a bushy, columnar habit, producing abundant blooms on strong stems throughout summer.​  Its long vase life and vibrant color make it excellent for borders, containers, and bouquets, blending well with other pinks and pastels.​