You’ve been cutting your dahlias wrong! If you’re only snipping the flowers, you’re missing out. To get those beautiful, long stems perfect for arrangements, you need to cut much deeper into the plant. Don’t be afraid to take a nice, long stem—you’ll want to cut just above a set of leaves. This not only gives you a great-looking stem but also encourages the plant to produce new blooms. Here are a few more tips to keep your dahlias thriving and blooming all season long: 🌸When your dahlia is abou

I can’t imagine my cut flower garden without the following blooms (and here’s why!) 🌸Zinnias: These bright blooms are super easy to grow and cut-and-come-again, meaning more blooms every time I snip a stem. They thrive in the summer heat and add vibrant colors to my bouquets. 🌸Dahlias: From delicate pompons to dramatic dinner-plates, dahlias bring lots of elegance and variety. They need a bit more care but nothing unmanageable. Their stunning blooms are totally worth it. 🌸Snapdragons: With th

How to plant dahlia cuttings (and yes—they’ll make tubers) If you’re trying to stretch your stock or only have one tuber of a variety, taking cuttings is a great way to multiply it over the winter. Cuttings will form tubers their first year—but they’re often small and tightly clumped. This planting method gives them the best shot at making usable, storable tubers by the end of the season. 🌞 🌱Cuttings should be planted at the same time as your tubers—once the soil is warm enough for tomatoes. H