The Delight of Dahlias for the Gardener
The article celebrates dahlias as bright summer flowers from July to October with a wide range of sizes and colors. Dahlias thrive in rich, moist soil, prefer 60 to 75 degrees, need ample watering, and require soil prep and staking before planting after the last frost. It notes their Mexican highland origins and advises container use for dwarf varieties.
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Dahlias and tubers bloom tips from Lancaster source
Garden guidance notes you can cut more flowers by regular pruning and cutting. Holland’s bulb industry supplies reliable dahlia tubers for healthy, vigorous plants. The article also includes a Jerusalem artichoke and mushroom salad recipe with marinated dressing and a picnic friendly presentation.
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