Getting To Know (A Few More) Dahlias - For Next Growing Season - August 2024
I've had so much fun with the handful of dahlia tubers that I have in the garden this year that it has me thinking/dreaming of what might be next year. More dahlias? Yes, please. I'm going to try to save the couple of Melina Fluer and Cornell Bronze tubers that I planted this year. And, I'll probably buy another couple of each just in case. But, there's a WHOLE world of dahlias out there. I've learned that I'm MOSTLY drawn to smaller blooms - pompons, balls, etc. Not so much on Dinnerplate dahlias. I also like shorter ones that don't require staking. But, I'm open to trying a taller one next year. Poking around the Web and watching some gardeners on Instagram has turned me on to a handful of potential dahlia tubers that might go on my 2025 wish list. Here's some that are top of mind - right now. Dahlia Burlesca. Via White Flower Farm . They are short(er) at 28" and have sunset-hues on those 'honeycomb'-like flowers. D