Dahlia Flowers
Dahlia flowers are popular plants grown in the garden. They come in many forms and colors but nearly all grow from tubers that require proper care in order to return each year. Learn how to grow dahlia plants in the articles that follow. Here you will find information on caring for dahlias as well as any issues that might occur - like dahlia pests, diseases and more.
Dahlia Flowers
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7 Cactus Dahlia Varieties And Semi-Cactus Dahlia Types To Try
While some dahlias have soft petals or pompon heads, others have dramatic spikes! We round up seven outstanding cactus dahlia varieties and semi-cactus types to grow
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Storing Dahlia Tubers For Next Year’s Garden
Beautiful dahlias are a favorite garden flower, and properly storing dahlia tubers in the winter will guarantee their brilliant summer blooms year after year.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Dahlia Mosaic Symptoms – Treating Dahlias With Mosaic Virus
Your dahlia is clearly not doing well. Its growth is stunted and the leaves are blotchy and twisted. You're wondering if it's missing some type of nutrient, but nothing seems to help. Sadly, you may be witnessing mosaic virus in dahlias. Learn more in this article.
By Laura Miller
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Dahlia Wilt Disease: How To Treat Spotted Wilt Virus In Dahlias
The spotted wilt virus in dahlias affects more than 200 species of vegetable and ornamental plants worldwide. The disease is spread only by thrips. Learn how to combat the disease and try to save your dahlia plants in this article.
By Laura Miller
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Dahlia Flower Powdery Mildew: Treating Dahlias With Powdery Mildew
By Laura Miller
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Growing Dahlia Flowers: Tips For Dahlia Planting
We love dahlia blooms! Growing dahlias takes a bit of special care, but the dramatic effects of a group of these beauties are more than worth the effort.
By Gardening Know How
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Tender Dahlia Plants – Are Dahlia Flowers Annual Or Perennial
Are dahlia flowers annual or perennial? The flamboyant bloomers are classified as tender perennials, which means they may be annual or perennial, depending on your plant hardiness zone. Learn more about dahlia plants in this article.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Tips On Starting Dahlia Seeds: Do Dahlia Seeds Turn Into Tubers
Dahlias are most commonly started from tubers, but you can collect seed to grow too. You will need a little patience though, as dahlia flower seeds take several seasons to produce blooms, but the effort is fun. This article will help.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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When To Water Dahlias: Tips For Watering Dahlia Plants
Since dahlia plants require some specialized care, it is important to become familiar with their needs. Among these include knowing how and when to water dahlias, which will help ensure success in the upcoming growing season. Click here to learn more.
By Tonya Barnett
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Dahlia Plant Types: What Are The Different Varieties Of Dahlia
Dahlias are classed by their flower type and size. There still may be uncountable hybrids and cultivars within each class but at least it helps group them in an organized system. Varieties of dahlia are divided by size and classes by flower shape. Click here to learn more.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Rooting Dahlia Cuttings: How To Take Cuttings From Dahlia Plants
You can get a real bang for your buck by taking dahlia stem cuttings in late winter. Taking cuttings from a dahlia can net you five to 10 plants from a single tuber. Let's learn more about growing dahlia cuttings in this article.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Can Dahlias Be Grown In Containers: Learn How To Grow Dahlias In Containers
Even if you have a garden, a container grown dahlia can live on your patio or front porch, bringing those gorgeous blossoms up close and personal. Learn how to grow dahlias in containers in the following article.
By Liz Baessler
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Dahlia Support: How To Keep Dahlias From Falling Over
Dahlia blooms may be as small as a quarter or as large as a dinner plate. The heavier-bearing plants need support to ensure that the blooms stay erect and out of the dirt. This article will help with supporting these plants.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Pompon Dahlia Plants: Tips For Growing Little Beeswing Dahlias
Pompon varieties of dahlia can provide stunning visual impact in the garden, such as the cultivar, ‘Little Beeswing’ dahlia. Learn about it here.
By Tonya Barnett
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Choosing The Right Fertilizer For Dahlias
Like any beautiful, healthy life form, dahlia plants need food! Read how and when to fertilize dahlias.
By Tonya Barnett
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Black-Flowered And Black-Leaved Dahlia Varieties
Black dahlias can add the texture and drama to any garden. Read on to learn about black dahlia flowers and dahlias with black leaves.
By Tonya Barnett
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Collarette Dahlia Info – How To Grow Collarette Dahlias
Collarette dahlia varieties can easily add appeal to flower borders and cut flower gardens. Exactly what are collarette dahlias? Find out here.
By Tonya Barnett