While I have ordered several dahlias I am still currently trying to figure out where to put them all. Most of the areas in my yard are landscaped so I will have to have my wonderful husband build me some type of flower box or boxes to plant next year. Once we decide on something I will post photos of the process and finished product!
Moving on to more of the Dahlias that I have ordered for 2013.
This one is called "Lights Out"
It is a 2009 model. One of the "black" dahlia family members, although it is not black in color it is more of a velvety red. Will go well with my "Bride to be" and "Ali Oop" dahlias that were in my 2013 growing order. It produces 3 1/2 inch blooms on a 3 1/2 foot bush. It grows similar to a "hedge" supposedly but makes a good cutting flower. I have seen several different variations of color with this one from a deeper red to a more vibrant red. I am sure it depends on the lighting of the photo. It should be an interesting one to grow.
Next is the Brittany Rey
This one is definitely a WOW for me! Hopefully it is as stunning in person as it is in this photo. Growing 5 inch blooms on a 4 1/2 inch bush, its an eye catcher! The Raspberry and yellow blooms are super vibrant, and make a great cutting flower. Another that I will probably grow every year.
#11 The Miss Molly - One of my FREE gifts in my order
This one was immediately put on my order list, although when I noticed I could get it as a free gift I took it off! SCORE! Another in the "Pink" family, it is more of a soft pink with yellow at the base of the petals. The Miss Molly grows LOTS of 3 inch blooms on a 4 foot bush with quite a bit of greenery but still has sturdy stems for cutting.
Onward! Chilson's Pride
Another one of my free gifts, I initially saw this one and skipped on past. I like the more simple shaped petals but when I noticed it on the gift list I figured it was worth a try, with its good reviews and exhibition quality. The Chilson's Pride grows 4 inch blooms on a 5 foot bush. I will most likely have to stake this one. It is pure pink with a white center. Should be interesting to see how I like it once it starts blooming. Also it's an early bloomer so it will be great to cut in the early summer.
That is all of the Dahlias that I ordered for myself. Next I will be showing some of the dahlias I ordered as gifts. There are a total of 9! Feel free to leave me comments! I would love some feedback as well as tips on growing. Like I said, I am a novice at this so any information will help!
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