Himachal Pradesh News: Colorful Dahlias Flourish in Winter Gardens, Blooming for Two Weeks
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Dahlia Delights: Top 10 Varieties to Brighten Your Winter Garden
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News18•04-02-2026, 12:32
Dahlia Delights: Top 10 Varieties to Brighten Your Winter Garden
•Dahlias are easy to care for, blooming for 12-15 days and popular in homes, parks, hotels, and public gardens.
•They come in a wide range of colors including white, yellow, orange, red, pink, lavender, purple, and deep magenta, with over 40 species and hybrids.
•Planting different colored dahlias together creates a vibrant, flower exhibition-like garden.
•The best time to plant dahlias is at the beginning of winter, using well-drained soil mixed with cow dung manure or vermicompost.
•Dahlias need mild sunlight, protection from severe cold, light irrigation 2-3 times a week, and nutrient-rich organic fertilizer for optimal growth and blooms.