: any of a genus (Dahlia) of American tuberous-rooted composite herbs having opposite pinnate leaves and rayed flower heads and including many that are cultivated as ornamentals
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Dahlia Give sun-loving dahlias a boost, and encourage more growth to keep the plant looking lush.
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Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
17 June 2026
Avallone specializes in dahlias and dahlia tubers and sells them to customers across the United States.
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Stephen Underwood,
Hartford Courant,
17 June 2026
What to Grow with Dahlias in Pots A large container can support one dahlia or two or three, depending on their size.
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Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
16 June 2026
Dinner plate dahlias have enormous blooms that can measure 10 inches across.
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Ann Hinga Klein,
Martha Stewart,
15 June 2026
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Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
17 June 2026
Avallone specializes in dahlias and dahlia tubers and sells them to customers across the United States.
—
Stephen Underwood,
Hartford Courant,
17 June 2026
What to Grow with Dahlias in Pots A large container can support one dahlia or two or three, depending on their size.
—
Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
16 June 2026
Dinner plate dahlias have enormous blooms that can measure 10 inches across.
—
Ann Hinga Klein,
Martha Stewart,
15 June 2026
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“Dahlia.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dahlia. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.
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