Dahlias: catalog of varieties and subtleties of care
Dahlias are a very beautiful flower that attracts attention with its unusualness and sophistication. You can give them for a birthday or a wedding. They give the table some zest.
There are many varieties of this plant, each of which is distinguished by its unique beauty and color.
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Dahlias: catalog of varieties
Dahlias are classified as aster family. It is a perennial plant that can grow in different heights, usually from 25 cm to one and a half meters. Its flowers reach approximately 5-15 cm in diameter. Their petals are very unusual. There are even varieties whose petals have a mysterious tubular shape.
Dahlias are usually divided into 10 groups, depending on the structure and shape of the inflorescence, doubleness, and the shape of the petals. But this classification is scientific in nature. If we talk about sorting, which is used mainly in flower catalogs, then dahlias are usually divided into several groups.
Decorative. Petals in all species that belong to decorative dahlias, wide, wavy, straight and curved. Usually their height varies from 25 to 100 cm. But the main part still does not grow more than 50-60 cm. This type includes varieties:
- Funny boys. The most popular variety among all dahlias. It differs in that many flowers can be collected in one bud.
- Zingaro.These are tri-colored dahlias and usually range in size from 50 to 60 cm in height.
- Ecstasy. These flowers have an unusual color, which is sometimes even difficult to describe. But the phrase “salmon and yellow” is often used.
- Golden domes.
- Arabian night.
- Duet.
- White Perfection. This species has huge white flowers.
Nymphaeaceae. These dahlias are classified as a separate group because their flowers are very similar to the inflorescence of a water lily, which is also called a nymphea. Typically, these varieties include Gerry Hawk, Nymph, Diadem, Zhanneta.
Cactus. The name speaks for itself. The petals of the flowers are very similar to a cactus; they are rolled into a tube or simply twisted, and have needle-like ends. If you touch the flower, you can even feel a slight tingling sensation. This species also includes chrysanthemum-shaped dahlias. They are so similar to chrysanthemums that you can even confuse them with them.
If we talk about varieties, this group usually includes Angara, Illusion, Preference, Yellow Star and others.
Globular. Buds of these flowers very dense, terry. These include varieties Aida, Mary Glen, Glow.
Pompons. The inflorescences of these varieties are usually spherical, but if compared with the previous type, their diameter is much smaller, about 6 cm. Varieties: Gretchen, Kochelsee.
The variety of dahlias will provide a choice for everyone; anyone can find exactly the variety that they like. Bright or, on the contrary, delicate colors, multi-colored petals, filled buds - all these are dahlias that will add some zest and unusualness to any holiday.
How to plant and care for flowers
Not everyone buys dahlias just for a special occasion. There are hobbyists who grow them.But this process is not so simple. First of all, it is worth noting that the dahlia is a fairly heat-loving plant, which is why only annual varieties are grown in Russia, since even a temperature of 2 degrees Celsius can be destructive for them.
If you decide plant dahlias, then it is best to use seeds or tubers (if you could find them in the store). You should plant flowers only in the light, where there is no shade from trees.
As for the soil, it must be very well fertilized, since these flowers require a lot of nutrients to grow well. That is why the place where you plan to plant dahlias needs to start preparing in the fall.
If it was a pleasant decision to purchase flower seeds, then you need to first plant them at home to allow them to germinate a little. The optimal temperature should be no lower than 23 degrees. After the earth has warmed up and the air temperature has risen to an acceptable value, they can be planted on the ground.
Of course, you can plant dahlias much earlier, for example, when the first potatoes begin to be planted. But in this case it is recommended cover each seedling a box or cut plastic bottle so that frost or low temperatures do not harm the plant.
You need to care for flowers very carefully. It is recommended to weed constantly, since there should be no weeds near them that will take away their nutrients.
They should be watered daily, except on days when it rains. In addition, it is recommended to spray the leaves.
Dahlias are represented by a huge variety of varieties, among which everyone can find one that suits their liking.There are many catalogs that clearly describe the characteristics of each flower, possible colors, etc. Therefore, for someone who has decided to start growing flowers, a catalog with dahlias will be a good assistant in this matter!
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