dahlia

Water Dahlia ‘Lavender Chiffon’ plants thoroughly, allowing the soil to become saturated. Allow the soil to dry completely before watering again. Water dahlias in the early morning or evening, as watering in the middle of the day increases evaporation. Make sure that the foliage of the dahlias are not getting wet, as this may cause foliage diseases. Apply 1 to 2 inches of water every week during the flowering season, usually from mid-summer to the first frost. When temperatures increase, water more often to keep the flowers lush and blooming.

Dahlia 'Lavender Chiffon' plants should receive at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day. During the peak of summer, the plant can withstand up to 8 hours of direct sunlight. It is best to place your plant in a sunny spot that gets ample morning sun to reap the most benefits. Depending on the location of your garden, this may mean partial shade in the afternoon. Be sure to adjust your plant's sun exposure around midday, when the sun is at its brightest.

Hardiness zone 9–11.

Prune your Dahlia 'Lavender Chiffon' when it reaches a height of approximately 3-feet. Pinch off the tips of the shoots until buds start to form. After the buds appear, trim within a few weeks of flowering. If you don't want the plant to get too tall, you can cut the main stem at the top of the plant to encourage side shoots. Additionally, you can pinch off any wilted or damaged flowers to promote new blooms.

Division, Cutting, Layering Propagation, Grafting Propagation