We're back with another look at many of the numerous dahlias that are growing in the cut flower garden this year. Above is the Sandia Brocade dahlia. I have such mixed opinions about this variety. The blooms and colors of this plant are absolutely gorgeous. The flowers are numerous, and I absolutely adore the anemone…
Continue reading ➞ Daydreaming About Dahlias in the Cut Flower Garden
I've had a really rough time of growing dahlias this year. After several really strong storms, nearly the entire patch had been flattened. Undoubtedly, the whole thing has been an extremely valuable learning experience. Next time, I'll stake them much better. Let's take a closer look at some of the dahlia flowers that I've been…
Continue reading ➞ Deadheading and Harvesting Late Season Dahlias in the Cut Flower Garden
As I'm writing this, it is still HOT - like, "ain't no way I'm going to out to weed" hot. Fortunately, I did force myself to go out and trellis the dahlias. Trellising and staking plants in my yard is always a major issue. Since my space is very limited, it always gets really hard…
Continue reading ➞ Staking / Trellising Dahlias Using a Weave
If you've been following me on any of my various social media this year, you already know that I've really doubled-down on dahlias this season. I've been saving tubers from various varieties for roughly five years, but usually find that I neglect and forget about them. This year, I really wanted to take my dahlia…
Continue reading ➞ Planting Dahlias in Mud – I Don’t Recommend It…
I got a package in the mail today, and of course, I couldn't wait to open it. Dahlias! Finally! I ordered quite a few dahlias this year from several different places. The first parcel to have arrived is from Leafari - and I won't lie, it was pretty disappointing. I'm not sure if Leafari is…
Continue reading ➞ Jump Starting Dahlia Tubers+ Leafari Review
Hi Lovelies, Looks like this will be the last "Photo Friday" of the season! I hope you enjoy!
Hi Lovelies, It seems that I've managed to stumble upon another winner! I ordered 'Ali Oop' (like many of my other tubers) on a whim when things were on sale this year. While I'm not sure about the origin of the name on this one, I'll just assume that it has something to do with…
Continue reading ➞ Growing ‘Ali Oop’ Dahlias
Hi Lovelies, Well, it's day four of Blog-tober and we're still going strong - though admittedly, I may or may not be extremely worried about running out of ideas within the next week. Today we'll be taking a look at another dahlia that I grew this season. In an effort to keep these reviews completely…
Continue reading ➞ Growing ‘Gay Princess’ Dahlia
Hi Lovelies, One of my main missions this year was to document my failures and successes in the garden. This season started pretty disastrous and it wasn't until recently that I've felt as if I've finally somewhat pulled it all together. Alas, some victories are not meant to be had. This week I'll be taking…
Continue reading ➞ Growing ‘Kelvin Floodlight’ Dahlias…and Failing.
Hi Lovelies, If you know me at all, you know that I'm absolutely obsessed with growing dahlias. I honestly, for whatever reason, just cannot help myself. They come in just about every size, shape, and color that you can imagine - did I mention that they're absolutely gorgeous? The first few years that I grew…
Continue reading ➞ It’s Time for Topping Dahlias!
