A spoonful of delicious dahlia tidbits dished up for your delight, amusement and curiosity…
MENU OF DAHLIA DISHES…
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Dahlia planting season… … is in full swing for dahlia gardeners and growers across Canada. Depending where you are, you might be just starting, right in the middle, nearly done or done! We’re in the nearly done camp… and that always feels good when you can stand straight up for awhile. Along with planting season,…
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Picture Perfect Oh man, growing up on Oldfield road near Victoria BC was amazing! Everyone who knows that road knows! The old Dogwood Farm in the bottom of the little valley next to Bear Hill was a bulb farm way back before I was born and before it became my grandparents farm (I think in…
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Great Dahlia Stems! Great stems can be stiff or wirey, thick or thin, hollow or solid, long or short, shades of green or dark shades of red and purple tones.
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Choosing the best dahlias for cut flowers involves narrowing down thousands of varieties. It’s essential to grow various types and colors to create beautiful bouquets throughout the season. Key considerations include bloom size, stem quality, and floriferousness. The preference for dahlias may change over time, reflecting your own changes in personal taste and style.
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The vase life of dahlia blooms is influenced by factors including the number of stems, maturity at harvest, hydration levels, weather conditions, room temperature, water freshness, bloom style, and size. Typically, dahlias last 4-5 days in proper care, with smaller, firmer blooms enduring longer. Enjoy the beauty of diverse dahlia arrangements.
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Which dahlia varieties work best in bouquets? So many styles, sizes and colours to choose from! Here are a few tips to help you build beautiful bouquets!
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The fascination with dahlia blooms lies in their visual and functional appeal. Word of mouth plays a significant role in popularity. Both new and classic varieties have their merits as do the unicorns! Dahlias outside the limelight can be as remarkable as the stars…
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…reflections on what influences decisions to grow new dahlia varieties…
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Dahlias are an excellent choice for bouquets due to their vast color range, varied forms, sizes, and stem types. They offer a long bloom period and can be used in endless bouquet combinations. Tips include color coordination, using threes, incorporating bicolored dahlias, and adding fillers for texture and variety. Bouquets typically last around 5 days.
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Gardeners face challenges in keeping dahlia varieties organized. Some prefer simple labeling by height and color, while others meticulously track each variety. Mixing up tubers happens easily during planting, digging, and processing. Proper labeling, storage, and vigilance can prevent mix-ups, especially with multiple varieties. A reliable system is crucial for maintaining an accurate inventory and…