: 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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Growing nasturtiums next to dahlias will keep this insect at bay.
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Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 10 Mar. 2026
Where dahlias and zinnias offer structure and bold blooms, cosmos add airy elegance to any garden or cut flower arrangement.
—Cori Sears, The Spruce, 5 Mar. 2026
Ranunculus and eucalyptus are available now, while sunflowers, dahlias, zinnias, cosmos, roses and mini marigolds will available as the season progresses.
—Regina Elling, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Mar. 2026
Crocuses, calla lilies, dahlias, irises, and tulips are some classic flowers that don't grow from seeds but from bulbs, an underground structure.
—Lauren David, Southern Living, 27 Feb. 2026
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Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 10 Mar. 2026
Where dahlias and zinnias offer structure and bold blooms, cosmos add airy elegance to any garden or cut flower arrangement.
—Cori Sears, The Spruce, 5 Mar. 2026
Ranunculus and eucalyptus are available now, while sunflowers, dahlias, zinnias, cosmos, roses and mini marigolds will available as the season progresses.
—Regina Elling, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Mar. 2026
Crocuses, calla lilies, dahlias, irises, and tulips are some classic flowers that don't grow from seeds but from bulbs, an underground structure.
—Lauren David, Southern Living, 27 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for dahlia
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“Dahlia.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dahlia. Accessed 17 Mar. 2026.
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