Dahlia Flowers

Image by coolchickphoto Imagine a huge plant decorated with intensely colored and textured blooms that bear rayed petals in varying styles. The plant might be a dahlia, one of the most diverse species of…

Image by Mary St George Few species of flower offer the sheer variety and diversity of form and color as the dahlia. These magnificent plants are such showstoppers that there are entire conventions and…

Image by LianeM Planting dahlias in your garden or container promises a unique sort of colorful drama that only dahlias can bring. Most dahlia fans prefer to grow them from tubers. If you’re wondering how to…

The spotted wilt virus in dahlias affects more than 200 species of vegetable and ornamental plants worldwide. The disease is spread only by thrips. Thrip larvae acquire the virus by feeding on host plants, like dahlias with spotted…

Image by Dugwy Planting dahlias in the garden is an excellent way to add dramatic color to your space. Coming in various sizes and flower shapes, it is easy to see why dahlia plants are so appealing to…

Nematodes are microscopic worms that live in the soil. Most are beneficial, cycling nutrients and helping keep pests in check. Some, including dahlia nematodes, are extremely destructive little pests. How do you recognize dahlia…

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 watering doesn’t rejuvenate the affected…

Image by BethAmber You don’t need to be a collector to appreciate the many colors and forms of dahlia flowers. These Mexican natives have become garden staples across the nation, providing large and easy to…

Image by maimai Dahlias are stunningly beautiful, relatively easy plants that produce clusters of luscious blooms from early summer through late fall, but discovering dahlia insect pests on your prized plants…

Image by peangdao Dahlia tubers are expensive and some of the more exotic varieties can take a substantial bite out of your budget. The good news is, you can get a real bang for your buck by taking dahlia…