Dahlia Learning Center

Dahlias come in an amazing array of colors and forms, offering a fun way to express your style and creativity. Blooming from summer through fall, these flowers are essential for colorful gardens and showstopping cut flower arrangements. Learn how to choose and how to grow your new favorite Dahlias with our helpful guides.

Dazzling Dahlias: Choose Your Favorite Color

Explore our Dahlia selection based on color groupings.

Dahlia Flower Forms: Choose Your Favorite Bloom

Learn about the many forms Dahlia flowers can take.

How To Choose Dahlias

Our comparison chart will help you find the best Dahlias for your garden.

Before & After: A Dedicated Dahlia Garden

See the steps this American Meadows employee took for her garden.

How To Grow Dahlias

Everything you need to know about growing Dahlias, including soil preparation and staking.

How To Get The Best Dahlia Flowers

All about pinching, debudding, and fertilizing: dig in to the details.

How To Dig & Store Dahlias For Winter

Dahlias are winter hardy only in zones 8-10. Save your tubers for next spring!

FAQ: Troubleshooting Dahlias

Answers to your most commonly asked questions, including pests and watering.