Choose a container that's at least 12 inches in diameter and 10-12 inches deep for dwarf dahlias. Larger varieties need a bigger pot. Wooden half-barrels or other spacious pots work well.

To get as many dahlias as possible and keep the plants flowering for longer, there's one little trick to know: Deadheading. Keep up the flower power all summer long with these tips on how and when ...

Dahlias have long blooming season and do well outdoors in USDA zones 7 through 10. To ensure that they thrive in a pot, you'll need to choose the right sized container, allow them plenty of sun ...

In containers, they can be scattered around the balcony or patio to create dramatic, but easy-care splashes of long-lasting colour. Or you can plant them in the garden at the front of the border.

Plant Size Dahlias can be 12-inch-tall dwarf plants or 6-foot-tall virtual bushes loaded with blooms. The largest dahlias are less suited for most container sizes.

Dahlias will continue blooming longer if you spend a few minutes on this easy maintenance task. Andy Wilcox Tue, June 10, 2025 at 6:12 AM UTC 3 min read Kindra Clineff ...