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What are the hardiest types of dahlias?

I live in northern BC, Canada and would like to try my hand at growing flowers. I love dahlias, and am wondering which varieties would do best in a region where the winter-summer temps can range from -40 to +35 degrees Celcius.

I have question about growing Dahlias?

I live in south Texas and last year I planted a bunch of Dahlias and they bloomed all season then like they are suppose to they died back for the winter and went dormant. Now everything is starting to bloom out again everything that is but my Dahlias. Whats up? Do they bloom later or [...]

What zone is best for Dahlias?

I’m a zone 8 and REALLY wanted to plant some Dahlias. Can I plant them now???

Why you Need a Professional and Secure Garden Office

Garden offices are specially designed offices set up in a person’s garden. It provides a very convenient work atmosphere for people who want to work from home. With your home just a stone’s throw away you get to experience the same comfort as working from home without the usual distractions. New mothers, a person suffering [...]

What is the best fertilizer for Dahlias once the plant is grown?

The plants are ready to flower, however, I do not fertilize. I have read and heard mixed opinions about what to use. I would like to maximize the flower size, color and stem strength. Thanks

Anybody have information about planting mignon patio dahlias ?

I just bought a bunch of dahlias and would like info about caring for and planting them. Should i wait until the ground warms up a bit and will the blooms last a long time? I live in the north east.

Mulch and Feed your Gardens for Free

In Today’s throwaway society, there is absolutely no need to go out and purchase mulch material for your garden, unless it is for the particular aesthetic appearance, “The Look”, sake of the mulch material. Were you aware that there are a number of mulching materials that you can obtain from around your own community that [...]

How can I get my Dahlias to produce more blooms?

Last season was the first year that I grew Dahlias. The plants grew really large but didn’t produce that many blooms. Is there anything special I can do this season to really make them outstanding?

How do I pinch back dahlias for better bloom?

I know one is supposed to “pinch back” dahlias, but I don’t know how this is done! Thanks!

Moss – Love’em or Kill’em – and Japanese Gardens

Moss is either loved or hated in the garden. People very often passionately rake it away. Why not to look at it as blessing to your garden? Its kinds are very difficult to recognize – you need proper book for that and magnifying glass. I don’t remember since when I love moss. I think since [...]