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.
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Dividing Dahlia Bulbs: How And When To Divide Dahlia TubersLike 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.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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When To Water Dahlias: Tips For Watering Dahlia PlantsSince 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 DahliaDahlias 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 PlantsYou 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 ContainersEven 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 OverDahlia 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 DahliasPompon 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 DahliasLike any beautiful, healthy life form, dahlia plants need food! Read how and when to fertilize dahlias.
By Tonya Barnett
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Collarette Dahlia Info – How To Grow Collarette DahliasCollarette dahlia varieties can easily add appeal to flower borders and cut flower gardens. Exactly what are collarette dahlias? Find out here.
By Tonya Barnett
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Dahlia Flower Diseases: Learn About Dahlia Disease TreatmentDahlias 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.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Yellow Dahlia Foliage: What Causes Dahlia Leaves To Turn YellowYellowing 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.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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How To Stop Dahlia Nematodes – Treating Dahlia Root Knot Nematodes
Nematodes are microscopic worms living in soil. Most are beneficial but others can be destructive. One of these is the dahlia nematode. Click here to learn about identifying the signs of root knot nematode damage, treatment, and control for your dahlia plants.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Dahlia Verticillium Control: How To Treat Wilting Dahlia Plants
Dahlias are prized for their array of colors, flower size and long-lasting blooms. So naturally when gardeners discover wilting dahlia plants in their gardens, concern is warranted. If verticillium wilt is the causative agent, your plant may not be saved. Learn more here.
By Laura Miller
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Best Fertilizer For Dahlia: Tips On How To Fertilize DahliasFertilizing 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.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Bugs On Dahlia Plants: How To Get Rid Of Insects That Like DahliasDahlias 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.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Dahlia Pests And Diseases – Common Problems With Dahlia PlantsThere 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.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Dahlia Care: How To Grow A Dahlia PlantDahlias 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.
By Bonnie L. Grant

