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.
How big are dinnerplate dahlias? The name says it all; these are dahlias that produce huge blooms of up to 12 inches (30 cm.) across. Like other dahlias, these flowers bloom consistently for weeks and add beautiful color to beds. Learn how to grow them in this article.
Dahlia companion plants can be the perfect accents to set off the flowers but may also aid in deterring pests or act as a decoy to insect predators. There are many flowers that complement dahlia and do double duty to prevent pests. Find some of them in this article.
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.
There are a few problems with dahlia that may limit their production and even their health. Dahlia pests and diseases are usually confined to sucking insects and fungal problems but a few diseases can actually kill the tubers. Learn more in this article.
Dahlias aren?t as difficult to grow as you may think, but proper care may prevent certain dahlia flower diseases. Learn more about a few of the most common diseases in dahlias in this article and you?ll be better prepared. Click here for more info.
Why won?t my dahlias bloom? It?s not uncommon, and there are a few things that might cause it. To learn what causes no flowers on dahlia plants, and how to go about getting dahlias to bloom, click the article that follows.
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.
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.
Fertilizing dahlias is key to encouraging flower laden stems and big leafy plants. Learn more about when and how to fertilize dahlia plants in this article. Click here for additional information.
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 dahlia plants in this article.
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.
Like most tubers, dahlias will produce more tuberous roots. So can you divide dahlias? Definitively. Dividing dahlia bulbs is a simple process to make more plants and encourage the health of the existing plot. This article will help.
Dahlias are stunningly beautiful, relatively easy, but discovering dahlia insect pests on your prized plants is a frustrating, disheartening experience. Click here to learn about insects that like dahlias, and about treating pests that affect dahlias.
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.
Dahlias are relatively sturdy plants if grown in the right conditions. Care of dahlia flowers may vary dependent upon your zone, but here are a few dahlia growing tips to help you get maximum blooms and healthy, bushy plants.
Yellowing dahlia plants are common and may be caused by disease, insect infestation, improper or poor soil, or general site conditions. Find out what causes dahlia leaves to turn yellow here and save your plant from foliar distress.
Dahlia tubers are not terribly winter hardy and will rot in many regions, so it is best to dig them up and store them indoors for the cold season. This article can help with that. Click here to learn more.
Planting dahlias is not very difficult. They are either grown from seed or tubers or bulbs. They come in a variety of colors and sizes, and are quite versatile in the garden. Get planting tips for dahlias here.
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