Hapet Purple Kiss Dahlia

Hapet Purple Kiss Dahlia

Hapet Purple Kiss apparently received the memo that purple flowers are supposed to be subtle and immediately threw it in the compost pile.

From the Austrian Hapet breeding program, Purple Kiss features a striking combination of neon pink and lilac-purple. The breeder’s own catalog describes its distinctive color and form and identifies it as a variety suitable for cutting.

European cultivar records list Purple Kiss as a Decorative dahlia, with flowers approximately 4–6 inches across on plants reaching around 4.5 feet tall.

What makes this one particularly appealing is the energetic contrast between its pink and purple tones. It isn’t a quiet, dusty lavender or a barely-there blush. Purple Kiss brings considerably more attitude to the garden.

For gardeners who enjoy saturated color and unusual combinations, this Austrian selection deserves attention.

At a Glance

Origin: Austria
Breeding Program: Hapet / Peter Haslhofer
Form: Decorative
Bloom Size: Approximately 4–6 inches
Plant Height: Approximately 4.5 feet
Color: Neon pink and lilac-purple
Breeder’s Notes: Distinctive color and form; suitable for cutting
Introduction Year: Not confirmed
Official ADS Classification: Not confirmed
Best For: Cutting gardens, bold pink-and-purple arrangements, and Austrian dahlia collections

Moose’s Take

Purple Kiss sounds like a romantic gesture.

Then you see the neon pink and purple.

Apparently, this dahlia doesn’t believe in subtle affection.

The Moose respects that.

If you’re going to make an entrance, you might as well make sure the neighbors notice.