Names:
Dahlia Flower 
 
Varieties:
There are 28 species of dahlias and hundreds of varieties. These varieties are separated into 12 divisions, based on blossom type and shape. 
 
Colors:
All shades and colors available, except no true blue. Many dahlias are striped or variegated. Some of the colors and combinations appear fluorescent, almost unreal. 
 
 
Scent:
None
 
Freshness:
Purchase or cut when the flowers are three-fourths to fully open.The outer petals should not be discolored or wilted.
 
Vase Life:
Approximately 5 days, sometimes longer.
 
Availability:
Summer to early fall. 
 
Cost:
Inexpensive. 
 
Arranging Tip:
Once dahlias start to wilt from the back, gently pull these petals off for a fresh-looking smaller flower. 
 
Growing Tip:
Dahlia flowers are prolific bloomers, producing many flowers throughout their sea­son. Unlike most tuberous and bulb flowers, which give only a one-time show and rest until the next year, dahlias continue to bloom later than most flowers and offer a splash of color in the garden into fall. Butthey are very frost sensitive, so dig up the tubers just before the first frost and store until the next year for replanting. To grow large, showy flowers, see flower growing tip, 18. 
 
Growing Tip:
See flower care tips, 25 and 26.

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