Dahlia Bulbs Are Now In!
A striking accent for any garden or a container, the Dahlia offers one of the largest selections of forms, colors and sizes of any flower. It also has one of the longest blooming seasons and is an ideal cut flower because it is so long lasting. This beautiful sun loving perennial bloomer is the national flower of Mexico and the official flower of the City of Seattle. We offer Dahlias in a wide variety of heights and forms to suit any garden or landscaping theme.
Large dahlias should be spaced 3 to 4 feet apart; smaller dahlias should be spaced 2 feet apart. Plant dahlias in a full to morning sun spot with soil that drains well. Plant them as the soil begins to warm is spring.
Dig a big hole, 8-10" deep and improve the soil with a generous amount of Gold Rush soil amendment. Add Master Nursery Bulb Food, or Bone Meal and mix in the bottom of the hole and plant the tubers on their side 4" deep. Nurture them along with water and an additional feeding with Formula 49 as the buds form in summer. Watch for a spectacular summer display that will continue right into fall.
Water in and then only water when you see leaves emerge. Dahlias then appreciate moderate water. they bloom through summer and into fall. Fertilize occasionally with Master Bloom.