Same beloved color palette, dramatically different sizes. Mini is roughly half the bloom diameter, making it better for smaller arrangements and containers.
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Cafe au Lait | Cafe au Lait Mini | |
|---|---|---|
| ADS Code | 2104 | 2104 |
| Size | Medium (6-8") | Medium (6-8") |
| Form | Informal Decorative | Informal Decorative |
| Color | Pink | Pink |
| Height | 3–4 ft | 3–4 ft |
| Bloom Season | Midsummer to first frost | Midsummer to first frost |
| Staking | Yes | Yes |
| Pinching | Pinch the center shoot at 12" tall for bushier growth and more blooms. Disbudding is optional but produces larger individual flowers. | Pinch the center shoot at 12" tall for bushier growth and more blooms. Disbudding is optional but produces larger individual flowers. |
| Hardiness Zones | 8-11 | 8-11 |
About These Varieties
Cafe au Lait: Cafe au Lait features medium-sized, informal decorative blooms in a soft pink color, reminiscent of a warm, creamy beverage. This variety is perfect for cutting and makes an elegant statement in borders and arrangements. It was introduced in 2017.
Cafe au Lait Mini: Bouquet-sized version of Cafe au Lait, also called Jolene. Vanilla-buff coloring.
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