Dahlia
Dahlia
A geometric showpiece ranging from tidy pompons to dinner-plate blooms wider than a hand.
Dahlias are pure late-summer abundance. Their petals arrange themselves in precise, almost mathematical spirals, and the flower comes in an astonishing range of sizes — from small ball types to the famous dinner-plate varieties that can span nearly a foot. Colors run from soft blush to electric orange and deep burgundy.
As a focal flower they are hard to beat, but they are also more delicate than they look, which is why they shine in fresh, locally grown arrangements rather than long-haul shipping.
What Dahlia means
Dignity, commitment, and grace under pressure — a flower that stands for staying elegant through change.
Care tips
Recut stems and use cool, fresh water changed frequently; dahlias are thirsty and best enjoyed within several days of cutting.
Good for these occasions
Find a local florist who can arrange dahlia for:
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LilyLarge, sculptural trumpets — often fragrant — that lend instant presence and grace to any arrangement.
SunflowerThe big, sunny face of summer — sturdy, long-lasting, and impossible to look at without smiling.