Dahlia Flower Meaning

Dahlias are native to Mexico, but there's about as much resemblance between the original and the Dutch hybrids as there is between an old toy car and a brand new Mercedes. Growing Dahlias: All the gardener needs to do is plant the tubers after spring...

The always-double flowers are up to 8', sometimes a whopping 10' across, so the name makes sense. Here are the official classifications: 'Decorative Dahlias' This group includes the Dinnerplates and also other taller (to 4 ft.) plants with double, chrysanthemum-like...

Each fall, you'll be amazed how the 'bulbs' have multiplied during the summer, giving you more and more to divide and enjoy the next year. The Gallery group is named with terms from the art world including famous artists' names.

The famous 'Shogun Dahlias' are as tall as Decoratives, but have very heavy bloom of smaller bi-colored flowers for gardeners who want a large bushy plant covered with color. (If you've grown perennial Delphiniums, the plant size and growth is similar,...

Each fall, you'll be amazed how the 'bulbs' have multiplied during the summer, giving you more and more to divide and enjoy the next year. The Gallery group is named with terms from the art world including famous artists' names.

'Babylon Red' produces showy, crimson red dinner plate-sized blooms that each span up to 8 inches across! A great addition to the cutting garden, this dahlia has it all: picture-perfect petals, sturdy stems and glossy green foliage.

Blooming in shades of yellow and white with just the right touches of coral, this warm-toned set delivers full, lush flowers atop masses of emerald green foliage. Incredibly productive and easy to care for.

The famous 'Shogun Dahlias' are as tall as Decoratives, but have very heavy bloom of smaller bi-colored flowers for gardeners who want a large bushy plant covered with color. (If you've grown perennial Delphiniums, the plant size and growth is similar,...

Dreamy and adorable, 'Romantique' Dahlia is destined to be your next summer fling. This beauty looks extra lovely when partnered with light blue delphinium, soft yellow coreopsis, or lavender.

Each fall, you'll be amazed how the 'bulbs' have multiplied during the summer, giving you more and more to divide and enjoy the next year. The Gallery group is named with terms from the art world including famous artists' names.

But they are officially categorized by flower type or shape. Here are the official classifications: 'Decorative Dahlias' This group includes the Dinnerplates and also other taller (to 4 ft.) plants with double, chrysanthemum-like flowers.

The famous 'Shogun Dahlias' are as tall as Decoratives, but have very heavy bloom of smaller bi-colored flowers for gardeners who want a large bushy plant covered with color. (If you've grown perennial Delphiniums, the plant size and growth is similar,...

Plant in full sun for non-stop blooms until frost appears. Read our Growing Dahlias page The Radiant Dinner Plate Dahlia Collection showcases a rainbow of oversized blooms, with each one opening up to almost a full foot across! These enormous flowers...

The famous 'Shogun Dahlias' are as tall as Decoratives, but have very heavy bloom of smaller bi-colored flowers for gardeners who want a large bushy plant covered with color. (If you've grown perennial Delphiniums, the plant size and growth is similar,...

Why Gardeners love Dahlias (See combination photo below.) Dahlias for today's gardeners offer a really big gardening treat. Here are the official classifications: 'Decorative Dahlias' This group includes the Dinnerplates and also other taller (to 4 ft.)...

The famous 'Shogun Dahlias' are as tall as Decoratives, but have very heavy bloom of smaller bi-colored flowers for gardeners who want a large bushy plant covered with color. (If you've grown perennial Delphiniums, the plant size and growth is similar,...

The always-double flowers are up to 8', sometimes a whopping 10' across, so the name makes sense. Here are the official classifications: 'Decorative Dahlias' This group includes the Dinnerplates and also other taller (to 4 ft.) plants with double, chrysanthemum-like...

The famous 'Shogun Dahlias' are as tall as Decoratives, but have very heavy bloom of smaller bi-colored flowers for gardeners who want a large bushy plant covered with color. (If you've grown perennial Delphiniums, the plant size and growth is similar,...

Each fall, you'll be amazed how the 'bulbs' have multiplied during the summer, giving you more and more to divide and enjoy the next year. The Gallery group is named with terms from the art world including famous artists' names.

The double blooms are packed with pointed petals, making the flower shape fall somewhere between a decorative and cactus dahlia. One expert has said, 'Never have so many gardeners received so much for so little work, as when they grow dahlias.''

Purple Gem' Dahlia is indeed a shining gem of the border. It looks extra sassy when combined with yellow zinnias, blue cornflowers, and red salvias. Its violet-pink blooms are packed with layers of slender, tapered petals that glow in the summer sun.

This is one of the most unique dahlias we've seen. This cactus-type dahlia has slender, sinewy petals that twist and curl, lending a fringed effect to the flowers and wowing garden visitors.

'Emory Paul' isn't just your average dinner plate dahlia; it's a serving platter dahlia! This variety is made for gardeners who like to feature big, bold blossoms. Measuring 12-14" across, each bright pink flower is stuffed with thousands of satiny petals.

The always-double flowers are up to 8', sometimes a whopping 10' across, so the name makes sense. Here are the official classifications: 'Decorative Dahlias' This group includes the Dinnerplates and also other taller (to 4 ft.) plants with double, chrysanthemum-like...

Each fall, you'll be amazed how the 'bulbs' have multiplied during the summer, giving you more and more to divide and enjoy the next year. The Gallery group is named with terms from the art world including famous artists' names.

The famous 'Shogun Dahlias' are as tall as Decoratives, but have very heavy bloom of smaller bi-colored flowers for gardeners who want a large bushy plant covered with color. (If you've grown perennial Delphiniums, the plant size and growth is similar,...

The famous 'Shogun Dahlias' are as tall as Decoratives, but have very heavy bloom of smaller bi-colored flowers for gardeners who want a large bushy plant covered with color. (If you've grown perennial Delphiniums, the plant size and growth is similar,...