When is the best time to plant dahlias?

The right time to sow dahlias

Dahlia belongs to the genus Dahlia of the Asteraceae family. Generally, seedlings will emerge about a week after planting. It blooms after June and bears fruit around September.

Dahlias are suitable for sowing in spring. Generally, you can choose to plant them at the end of March every year. The temperature at this time is very suitable for the growth of dahlias, and the light in March is very good and will not sunburn the plants.

How to sow dahlias

1. Seed selection

Before planting dahlias, you need to choose suitable seeds first. The seeds must be relatively healthy and preferably have larger particles.

2. Germination

Generally, after selecting suitable seeds, they need to be germinated. Just soak the seeds in warm water for a day.

3. Planting

After the germination treatment, you can plant it in the soil, then water it appropriately and wait for it to germinate.

Dahlia planting tips and techniques

1. When planting dahlias, generally be careful not to plant them too densely, otherwise the flower shapes will affect each other after they bloom.

2. Generally, when caring for dahlias, you should fertilize them in time, but don't apply too much. It is best to apply it once every month and a half.