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Girl Cutting Dahlias for a Wooden Crate

A child gathers fresh garden dahlias to pack them into a wooden crate.

A girl with short, wavy hair gathering dahlias in a garden.
Girl Cutting Dahlias for a Wooden Crate
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Gathering Dahlias in a Flower Garden

Dahlias bloom in late summer and autumn, offering a wide variety of flower shapes and rich colors. Harvesting these flowers carefully allows new buds to continue opening throughout the growing season. Storing freshly cut stems in crates helps protect the delicate petals while transporting them from garden beds.

Fun Facts About Dahlias

Dahlias originate from the mountainous regions of Mexico and Central America, where they were grown for centuries. They belong to the same plant family as daisies and sunflowers, producing tubers underground that store nutrients over the winter. Some dahlia blooms can reach over ten inches across, earning them the nickname giant dinner-plate dahlias.

Natural Colors of Dahlias and Garden Crates

  • Dahlia Petals: shade of magenta, coral, peach, white, or deep red
  • Dahlia Foliage: dark green with smooth stems
  • Wooden Crate: natural weathered cedar or warm tan oak
  • Soil and Garden Bed: dark brown earth
Questions and answers

Questions and Answers

How long do fresh dahlias stay open after being cut?
Cut dahlias usually last between five and seven days in fresh water if kept out of direct sunlight and drafts.
Do dahlias grow back every year on their own?
In colder climates, gardeners dig up the underground tubers before winter freezing and store them indoors until spring planting.
When is the best time of day to cut garden flowers?
Harvesting flowers early in the morning or late in the evening prevents stems from wilting because moisture levels in the plant are highest then.
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