Dahlia Plants, Tubers and Flowers for Sale - Dahlia Nurseries for the UK

Dahlia plants are grown from cuttings, tubers or bulbs and will flower from mid summer and provide a great display of color in the garden. With many new cultivars available for sale each year the choice of flowers and forms is incredible, see the Fimbriated Cactus Dalia (picture right). Care is not difficult if you follow a few simple rules.

It is best to remember that Dahlias are originally from Mexico, so they are actually a fairly drought tolerant plant that needs a well drained soil.

We suggest that dahlia tubers planted in spring not be watered until signs of new growth are evident, this prevents rot setting in. Dahlia tubers need to be protected from freezing.

Grown from tubers and flowering from mid summer through to Autumn tubers are best planted in spring once the soil has commenced to warm and the danger of frosts has passed, the end of May is a general guide.

Prepare soil by digging in well rotted compost and manure 4 weeks before planting the tubers, remember that Dahlias like a moist but well drained soil. Plants need to be placed around 2-3ft apart depending on the type and final size of the plant. Place stakes to support taller growing varieties before planting.