{"id":5352,"date":"2023-06-19T10:49:13","date_gmt":"2023-06-19T10:49:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/seedandsprouts.com\/?p=5352"},"modified":"2023-07-05T08:15:11","modified_gmt":"2023-07-05T08:15:11","slug":"guide-for-growing-dahlias","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/seedandsprouts.com\/guide-for-growing-dahlias\/","title":{"rendered":"A Step-by-Step Guide for Growing Dahlias"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"5352\" class=\"elementor elementor-5352\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-31f87d4 subhead-img-txt e-flex e-con-boxed e-con\" data-id=\"31f87d4\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;content_width&quot;:&quot;boxed&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1f7b010d header3-open-maintitle elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"1f7b010d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<style>\/*! elementor - v3.15.0 - 20-08-2023 *\/\n.elementor-heading-title{padding:0;margin:0;line-height:1}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title[class*=elementor-size-]>a{color:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-small{font-size:15px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-medium{font-size:19px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-large{font-size:29px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xl{font-size:39px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xxl{font-size:59px}<\/style><h1 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">A Step-by-Step Guide for Growing Dahlias\n<\/h1>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element 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href=\"https:\/\/seedandsprouts.com\/guide-for-growing-dahlias\/#How_Long_Does_it_Take_for_Growing_Dahlias\" title=\"How Long Does it Take for Growing Dahlias?\">How Long Does it Take for Growing Dahlias?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/seedandsprouts.com\/guide-for-growing-dahlias\/#Tips_for_Harvesting_and_Storing_Dahlias\" title=\"Tips for Harvesting and Storing Dahlias\">Tips for Harvesting and Storing Dahlias<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b56bce5 header3-text-cont-half elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b56bce5\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<style>\/*! elementor - v3.15.0 - 20-08-2023 *\/\n.elementor-widget-text-editor.elementor-drop-cap-view-stacked .elementor-drop-cap{background-color:#69727d;color:#fff}.elementor-widget-text-editor.elementor-drop-cap-view-framed .elementor-drop-cap{color:#69727d;border:3px solid;background-color:transparent}.elementor-widget-text-editor:not(.elementor-drop-cap-view-default) .elementor-drop-cap{margin-top:8px}.elementor-widget-text-editor:not(.elementor-drop-cap-view-default) .elementor-drop-cap-letter{width:1em;height:1em}.elementor-widget-text-editor .elementor-drop-cap{float:left;text-align:center;line-height:1;font-size:50px}.elementor-widget-text-editor .elementor-drop-cap-letter{display:inline-block}<\/style>\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you ready to witness nature&#8217;s paintbrush at its finest? Can you envision a garden bursting with vibrant colors and exquisite blooms, each petal a masterpiece? Now, take a moment to imagine the sheer joy and pride of cultivating such a spectacle in your very own backyard. It&#8217;s not only possible but within your reach!\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This guide will unlock the secrets to growing dahlias \u2013 enchanting flowers that can transform your garden into a living canvas. So, let&#8217;s embark on this botanical adventure together and explore the wonders of growing dahlias, where every day feels like stepping into an art gallery of nature&#8217;s most stunning creations.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-21147683 subhead-txt e-flex e-con-boxed e-con\" data-id=\"21147683\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;content_width&quot;:&quot;boxed&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-665a0261 things-h elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"665a0261\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_Dahlias\"><\/span>About Dahlias<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6a67d504 know elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"6a67d504\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dahlias, often called the &#8220;<\/span><b>Queens of the Garden,<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8221; are a mesmerizing genus of flowering plants belonging to the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.britannica.com\/plant\/Asteraceae\"><b>Asteraceae family<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Native to the highlands of Mexico and Central America, these enchanting blooms have gained immense popularity among gardeners worldwide for their stunning variety of colors, shapes, and sizes.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dahlias are warm-season plants, so it&#8217;s important to wait until the danger of frost has passed before planting them. In most regions, this means planting dahlias in the spring after the soil has warmed up and all frost risks have subsided. Plant them when the soil temperature reaches around 60\u00b0F (15.5\u00b0C) or higher. Depending on your location, this is typically around late April to early June<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-195a04ee subhead-txt e-flex e-con-boxed e-con\" data-id=\"195a04ee\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;content_width&quot;:&quot;boxed&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3f3c945 things-h elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"3f3c945\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Should_You_Start_Growing_Dahlias_Now\"><\/span>Why Should You Start Growing Dahlias Now?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-510816c1 know elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"510816c1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<ul><li style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Spectacular Blooms:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Dahlias offer an unparalleled display of blooms in various captivating colors, ranging from vibrant reds, oranges, and pinks to soothing pastels and elegant whites. Their intricate and diverse petal formations, including single, double, cactus, and pompom varieties, make them an absolute visual delight.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Versatility in Design:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> With their striking beauty, dahlias make exceptional cut flowers, adding elegance to bouquets and floral arrangements. They also serve as showstoppers in garden beds, borders, and containers, providing a dramatic focal point transforming your outdoor space.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Extended Blooming Season:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> One of the remarkable qualities of dahlias is their prolonged blooming period, which typically spans from mid-summer through early fall. This means you can enjoy their captivating blooms and vibrant colors for an extended period, bringing continuous joy and beauty to your garden.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b style=\"font-style: inherit;\">Abundance of Varieties:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Dahlias offer an extraordinary range of varieties to suit every gardener&#8217;s preferences. There&#8217;s a dahlia for every space and style, from small, compact varieties perfect for containers to tall, majestic cultivars that make a statement in garden beds. <\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><p>Read our comprehensive guide on\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/seedandsprouts.com\/flower-gardening-101\/\">Flower gardening 101.<\/a><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6ab88d98 header2-subhead e-flex e-con-boxed e-con\" data-id=\"6ab88d98\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;content_width&quot;:&quot;boxed&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-302e4aaf things-h elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"302e4aaf\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Discover_the_Varieties_of_Dahlias\"><\/span>Discover the Varieties of Dahlias<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4470372a header2-text elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"4470372a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Here are some varietiesthat you can consider for growing dahlias:<\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><p><b>Decorative Dahlias:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> These are classic dahlias with large, fully double blooms that come in a wide range of colors, from bright and bold to soft and subtle.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><p><b>Cactus Dahlias: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Known for their unique and spiky petal formations, they add a touch of whimsy to any garden. <\/span><\/p><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><p><b style=\"font-style: inherit;\">Anemone Dahlias<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: With a distinctive appearance reminiscent of anemone flowers, these dahlias feature a central dome Bayou&#8217; with its mesmerizing purple and white blooms.<\/span><\/p><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-59656d97 subhead-txt e-flex e-con-boxed e-con\" data-id=\"59656d97\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;content_width&quot;:&quot;boxed&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7ec89ae9 things-h elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"7ec89ae9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_Should_You_Plant_Dahlias\"><\/span>Where Should You Plant Dahlias?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-279e4370 know elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"279e4370\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dahlias thrive in locations that receive full sun for at least 6 to 8 hours daily. Find a spot in your garden that offers ample sunlight and good air circulation. Ensure the area has well-draining soil to prevent waterlogging, as dahlias prefer moist but not waterlogged conditions. It&#8217;s also beneficial to provide some protection from strong winds, as their tall stems can be susceptible to damage.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-10546b5 subhead-txt e-flex e-con-boxed e-con\" data-id=\"10546b5\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;content_width&quot;:&quot;boxed&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-381c0b2 things-h elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"381c0b2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Prepare_Your_Soil_for_Growing_Dahlias\"><\/span>How to Prepare Your Soil for Growing Dahlias?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-59bda8e know elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"59bda8e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Preparing the soil properly is essential for promoting healthy growth and abundant blooms. Here&#8217;s how to prepare your soil for dahlias:<\/span><\/p><ol><li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong> Clear the Area:<\/strong> Remove any weeds, rocks, or debris from the planting area. This will minimize competition for nutrients and create a clean space for your dahlias to thrive.<\/span><\/li><li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong> Loosen the Soil:<\/strong> Use a garden fork or tiller to loosen the soil to a depth of around 12 inches (30 cm). This helps improve drainage, aeration, and root penetration.<\/span><\/li><li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong> Amend the Soil:<\/strong> Incorporate organic matter into the soil, such as well-rotted compost or aged manure. This enriches the soil with nutrients, improves its structure, and enhances water retention.<\/span><\/li><li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong> Test Soil pH:<\/strong> Dahlias prefer slightly acidic to neutral soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.0. Test your soil&#8217;s pH using a soil testing kit, and if necessary, make adjustments by adding soil.<\/span><\/li><\/ol><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check out how to choose <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/seedandsprouts.com\/find-the-best-soil-for-vegetable-garden\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">the best soil for your vegetable garden<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4c7b6316 subhead-txt e-flex e-con-boxed e-con\" data-id=\"4c7b6316\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;content_width&quot;:&quot;boxed&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-365aed0a things-h elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"365aed0a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step-by-Step_Guide_for_Planting_Dahlias\"><\/span>Step-by-Step Guide for Planting Dahlias<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-279edb72 subhead-img-txt-num e-flex e-con-boxed e-con\" data-id=\"279edb72\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;content_width&quot;:&quot;boxed&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-76ec8388 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con\" data-id=\"76ec8388\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;content_width&quot;:&quot;boxed&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f808447 mt-num-h3-top e-flex e-con-boxed e-con\" data-id=\"f808447\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;content_width&quot;:&quot;boxed&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5f737dba sec-1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"5f737dba\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">1<\/h3>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5d6a8c1d sec1-h elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"5d6a8c1d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Method 1: Planting Dahlia Tubers in the Ground<\/h3>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-62b371a2 sec1-t elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"62b371a2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; text-align: justify; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;\">Here is how you can plant Dahlia tubers in the ground whilw growing dahlias:<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6dfd4b9c header2-open-img elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"6dfd4b9c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/gardening-website.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/assets\/blogs\/cilantro+and+dahlias+webp\/stock-photo-planting-dahlia-plants-in-a-flowerbed-woman-planting-presprouted-dahlia-tubers-in-her-garden-2315919059.webp\" title=\"\" alt=\"planting dahlia tubers in the ground\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7d6c7a2d header2-text elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"7d6c7a2d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<ol><li><b>Choose Healthy Tubers:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Select high-quality dahlia tubers from a reputable source. Look for firm, plump tubers without any signs of rot or damage.<\/span><\/li><li><b>Timing and Site Selection:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Wait until all frost risks have passed and the soil has warmed up. Select a sunny location with well-draining soil and good air circulation.<\/span><\/li><li><b>Prepare the Soil:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Clear the planting area of weeds, rocks, and debris. Loosen the soil to a depth of 12 inches (30 cm) using a garden fork or tiller. Incorporate organic matter into the soil, such as compost or aged manure.<\/span><\/li><li><b>Dig Planting Holes: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dig holes about 6 to 8 inches (15 to 20 cm) deep and wide enough to accommodate the tubers.<\/span><\/li><li><b>Place and Position the Tubers:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Lay the tubers horizontally in the planting holes with the eye buds facing up. Position the tubers about 18 inches (45 cm) apart to allow sufficient space for growth.<\/span><\/li><li><b style=\"font-style: inherit;\">Cover and Water:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Gently cover the tubers with soil, ensuring they are completely covered but not buried too deeply. Water the planting area thoroughly to settle the soil and initiate growth.<\/span><\/li><\/ol>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-74a4f93 subhead-img-txt-num e-flex e-con-boxed e-con\" data-id=\"74a4f93\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;content_width&quot;:&quot;boxed&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-07d10df e-flex e-con-boxed e-con\" data-id=\"07d10df\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;content_width&quot;:&quot;boxed&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6c822c3 mt-num-h3-top e-flex e-con-boxed e-con\" data-id=\"6c822c3\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;content_width&quot;:&quot;boxed&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-828e81d sec-1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"828e81d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">2<\/h3>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b2d78cb sec1-h elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"b2d78cb\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Method 2: Planting Dahlias in Containers<\/h3>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e332fda sec1-t elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"e332fda\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; text-align: justify; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here&#8217;s a step-by-step guide for planting dahlias in the containers:<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9ec94d9 header2-open-img elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"9ec94d9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/gardening-website.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/assets\/blogs\/cilantro+and+dahlias+webp\/stock-photo-planting-dahlia-plants-in-a-flowerbed-woman-planting-presprouted-dahlia-tubers-in-her-garden-2315919053.webp\" title=\"\" alt=\"planting dahlias in containers\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c9e6236 header2-text elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"c9e6236\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<ol><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Container Selection:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Choose a container with a diameter of 12 to 18 inches (30 to 45 cm) and a depth of 12 inches (30 cm). Ensure the container has drainage holes at the bottom.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Fill the Container:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Fill the container with a well-draining potting mix, leaving about 2 inches (5 cm) of space from the top.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Place the Tubers:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Lay the dahlia tubers horizontally on the soil surface, positioning them with the eye buds facing up.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Cover with Soil: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gently cover the tubers with additional potting mix, ensuring they are completely covered but not buried too deeply.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Watering:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Thoroughly water the container, allowing the excess water to drain from the bottom.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b style=\"font-style: inherit;\">Positioning: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Place the container in a sunny location that receives at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight daily.<\/span><\/li><\/ol><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check out our guide on<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/seedandsprouts.com\/container-gardening-101\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">container gardening 101.<\/span><\/a><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-438695cc header2-subhead e-flex e-con-boxed e-con\" data-id=\"438695cc\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;content_width&quot;:&quot;boxed&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5756e2c8 things-h elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"5756e2c8\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Care_for_Growing_Dahlias\"><\/span>How to Care for Growing Dahlias?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5b58b075 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"5b58b075\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/gardening-website.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/assets\/blogs\/cilantro+and+dahlias+webp\/stock-photo-dahlias-in-the-container-a-child-helps-to-plant-flowers-cultivation-care-hobby-selective-focus-2301487399.webp\" title=\"\" alt=\"caring for dahlia plants\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-52bf4bad header2-text elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"52bf4bad\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<ul><li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Watering: <\/b>Water deeply and regularly to keep the soil moist but not waterlogged. Aim for 1 to 2 inches (2.5 to 5 cm) of water per week, especially during dry periods. Water at the base of the plants to avoid wetting the foliage, as wet leaves can lead to fungal diseases.<\/li><\/ul><ul><li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Mulching: <\/b>Apply a layer of organic mulch, such as straw or shredded bark, around the base of the plants. Mulching helps retain soil moisture, suppresses weeds, and regulates soil temperature.<\/li><\/ul><ul><li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Fertilizing: <\/b>Feed dahlias with a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer every 4 to 6 weeks during the growing season. Look for fertilizers with a higher middle number (phosphorus) to promote flower production. Follow the package instructions for proper application rates.<\/li><\/ul><ul><li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Stake and Support: <\/b>Tall dahlia varieties may require staking or support to prevent the stems from bending or breaking. Install stakes or cages early in the growing season to avoid damaging the root system. Secure the plants to the support structure using soft ties or clips.<\/li><\/ul><ul><li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Deadheading: <\/b>Regularly remove spent flowers by cutting them back to the nearest set of healthy leaves or buds. Deadheading encourages continuous blooming and redirects energy into producing new blooms.<\/li><\/ul><ul><li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Winter Protection: <\/b>Dahlias are not cold-hardy in most regions, so protecting the tubers during winter is important. In autumn, carefully dig up the tubers after the foliage has been killed by frost. Remove excess soil, allow them to dry for a few days, and store them in a cool, dry location. Store tubers in containers filled with dry peat moss, vermiculite, or sawdust to prevent drying out.<\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Explore our guide on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/seedandsprouts.com\/essential-gardening-tools-names\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">essential gardening tools guide here.<\/span><\/a><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-24f78bf header2-subhead e-flex e-con-boxed e-con\" data-id=\"24f78bf\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;content_width&quot;:&quot;boxed&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1bdc553 things-h elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"1bdc553\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Common_Pests_and_Diseases_to_Watch_out_for_Growing_Dahlias\"><\/span>Common Pests and Diseases to Watch out for Growing Dahlias<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f90a658 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"f90a658\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/gardening-website.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/assets\/blogs\/cilantro+and+dahlias+webp\/stock-photo-damaged-damaging-dahlia-flowers-diseases-eaten-by-insect-bug-pests-need-to-be-threats-before-spring-1636376572.webp\" title=\"\" alt=\"diseases dahlia flowers\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-daecac7 header2-text elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"daecac7\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dahlias are not very hardy but can still be susceptible to certain pests and diseases. Here are some specific pests and diseases that can affect dahlias:<\/span><\/p><p><b>Aphids:<\/b><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aphids are small, soft-bodied insects that cluster on the undersides of leaves and suck sap from the plant.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They can cause distorted growth, yellowing leaves, and the presence of sticky honeydew.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use insecticidal soaps, neem oil, or a strong stream of water to control aphid infestations.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><b>Slugs and Snails:<\/b><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Slugs and snails are common garden pests that feed on the foliage of dahlias, leaving behind irregular holes and slime trails.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They are most active during damp and cool conditions.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remove hiding spots, such as debris and boards, and use organic slug and snail baits or traps to control them.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><b>Powdery Mildew:<\/b><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Powdery mildew is a fungal disease that appears as a white or gray powdery coating on the leaves, stems, and flowers.It can weaken the plant and inhibit growth.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Improve air circulation, avoid overhead watering, and apply fungicidal sprays specifically labeled for powdery mildew control.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><b>Botrytis Blight (Gray Mold):<\/b><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Botrytis blight is a fungal disease that causes brown spots, wilting, and decay on dahlias&#8217; flowers, stems, and foliage. Cool, humid conditions favor it.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remove affected plant parts, improve air circulation, and apply fungicides labeled for botrytis control.<\/span><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-57c6808 header2-subhead e-flex e-con-boxed e-con\" data-id=\"57c6808\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;content_width&quot;:&quot;boxed&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3c48303 things-h elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"3c48303\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Long_Does_it_Take_for_Growing_Dahlias\"><\/span>How Long Does it Take for Growing Dahlias?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d0f0894 header2-text elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"d0f0894\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The duration of growing dahlias can vary depending on the planting method and specific cultivar. However a general expected duration for growing dahlias is given:<\/span><\/p><p><b>Planting to Germination:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Dahlias planted as tubers typically take around 2 to 3 weeks to germinate and emerge.<\/span><\/p><p><b>Flowering Time:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> After germination, it usually takes approximately 8 to 10 weeks for the plants to start blooming.<\/span><\/p><p><b>Total Growth Cycle: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From planting to full blooming, dahlias grown from tubers in the ground can take anywhere from 12 to 16 weeks.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-672a23d header2-subhead e-flex e-con-boxed e-con\" data-id=\"672a23d\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;content_width&quot;:&quot;boxed&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-30866d7 things-h elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"30866d7\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tips_for_Harvesting_and_Storing_Dahlias\"><\/span>Tips for Harvesting and Storing Dahlias<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0dfa5cb elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"0dfa5cb\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/gardening-website.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/assets\/blogs\/cilantro+and+dahlias+webp\/stock-photo-gardener-sorts-out-dahlia-tubers-1732396783.webp\" title=\"\" alt=\"harvesting dahlia tubers\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d86507c header2-text elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"d86507c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong>Harvesting Dahlias:<\/strong><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u00a0&#8211; Wait until the blooms have fully opened and are at their peak before harvesting dahlias.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u00a0&#8211; Use sharp, clean garden shears or pruners to cut the flowers, making a clean diagonal cut.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u00a0&#8211; Cut the stems early in the morning or late in the evening when the plant is well-hydrated.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u00a0&#8211; Leave a sufficient stem length (around 6 inches) for better handling and arranging.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u00a0&#8211; Remove any foliage or thorns from the lower part of the stems.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u00a0&#8211; Immediately place the freshly cut dahlias in a bucket filled with lukewarm water.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u00a0&#8211; Allow the flowers to hydrate for a few hours, ideally in a cool and dark location.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u00a0&#8211; Recut the stems underwater before arranging them in a vase or floral arrangement.<\/span><\/p><p><b>Storing Dahlia Tubers:<\/b><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u00a0&#8211; In mild winters (<a href=\"https:\/\/planthardiness.ars.usda.gov\/\">USDA hardiness zones <\/a>8 and above), dahlias can be left in the ground and covered with a thick layer of mulch for winter protection.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u00a0&#8211; In colder regions, dahlias must be dug up and stored indoors during winter.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u00a0&#8211; After the first frost has killed the foliage, carefully dig up the tubers using a garden fork or spade, being cautious not to damage them.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u00a0&#8211; Gently remove excess soil and allow the tubers to dry for a few days in a well-ventilated area away from direct sunlight.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u00a0&#8211; Separate clumps and place the tubers in dry peat moss, vermiculite, or sawdust container.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u00a0&#8211; Store the tubers in a cool, dry location with a <a href=\"https:\/\/monroe.cce.cornell.edu\/resources\/fall-dahlia-tips#:~:text=The%20storage%20temperature%20for%20Dahlias,in%20the%20dark%20if%20possible.\">temperature range of 40-50\u00b0F<\/a> (4-10\u00b0C) to prevent them from drying out or freezing.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-57ac60bc subhead-txt e-flex e-con-boxed e-con\" data-id=\"57ac60bc\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;content_width&quot;:&quot;boxed&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-77bd09ed things-h elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"77bd09ed\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<p class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">To Sum Up<\/p>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-269bdf3d know elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"269bdf3d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Growing dahlias can be a rewarding and fulfilling experience. Dahlias can add beauty and vibrancy to any garden or a floral arrangement with their stunning blooms and various colors and shapes. By following the proper planting methods, providing adequate care, and taking the necessary steps for harvesting and storing, you can enjoy a successful dahlia garden year after year.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So why not embark on your journey of growing dahlias? Whether you plant them directly in the ground or in containers, dahlias can thrive with a little attention and care. 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