From the Garden

Growing tips, variety deep-dives, and stories from the dahlia community—written by growers, for growers.

The Complete Guide to Planting Dahlias

Everything you need to know about planting dahlia tubers—from soil prep to spacing, timing, and that crucial first watering.

These showstoppers produce blooms up to 12 inches across. Here are five proven performers that deliver jaw-dropping impact season after season.

With their dramatic rolled and pointed petals, cactus dahlias are unlike anything else in the garden. Learn to identify, grow, and show them.

Before those tubers go in the ground, here's everything you should check—from eyes to firmness to fungal prevention.

Flat, open, and serenely beautiful—waterlily dahlias bring a calm sophistication to borders and bouquets alike.

From regional club shows to the National, here's your guide to the competitive dahlia circuit this year—and how to enter your first show.

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