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14 October 2015

Do-It-Yourself Flower Tips and Inspiration - # 10 - Dahlias



This time 'Do-It-Yourself Flower Tips and Inspiration' is all about Dahlias.

Here is a little bit of facts and information about the flower: 

- Dahlias are named in honour of the Swedish Dr. Anders Dahl (1751-1789), who was a botanist and pupil of Carl Linnaeus.
- Dahlias are originally from Central America; Colombia and Mexico
- The Aztecs cultivated Dahlias for food and for decorative purposes.
- It's the national flower of Mexico.


I have created a very bright arrangement of two different Dahlias - in a large stainless steel flower bucket - then added a handful of similar coloured items - even the books are matching!


- Dahlia is an old garden flower that was out of fashion, as a cut flower, for a long time but recently have become very popular again.
- Dahlias are available from mid summer well into autumn.
- Dahlias come in an endless array of sizes, shapes and astonishingly vivid colours.
- When buying Dahlias look for crisp foliage and make sure the outer petals are firm not shrivelled. The centre of the flower should be very tight.
- Like always remove all foliage below the water line in the vase.
- Cut the stems at an angle.
- Stand in a cool position away from direct sunlight and radiators.
- Change the water frequently and re-cut the stems and the flowers will last longer.
- In general it's not a long lasting flower - 5-7 days is all you will get out of this flower - so look after it well. 
- At this time of year they mix well with berries and autumn leaves.
-Enjoy this gorgeous flower while you can!



Enjoy your flower arranging!


I will be back on Friday with another 'Bunch for the Weekend' from 'Of Spring and Summer'.

~ xoxo ~

Ingrid
[Styling and Photography: © Ingrid Henningsson/Of Spring and Summer.]

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5 comments:

  1. The Gilded Bloom14 October 2015 at 01:01

    Interesting facts about dahlias, Ingrid! They are my current fall favorite because there are so many stunning colors available. Your bright pink arrangement is lovely...

    Lisa

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  2. Frances14 October 2015 at 03:36

    Ingrid, I think that you already know of my dahlia appreciation. I am so happy to see this post with its additional hints on how to lengthen one's dahlia appreciation once you've brought those beauties home.

    I just might have time tomorrow to visit the farmers market. If not tomorrow, then it will be Friday. I do expect to bring a bunch of lovely dahlias home by week's end.

    May I tell you again how much I love your posts, and how much you have taught me. xo

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  3. Janneke 14 October 2015 at 16:08

    Beautiful pink post, dahlias are indispensable in the cutting garden.

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  4. Unknown14 October 2015 at 19:22

    I love pink Dahlias! This is a very beautiful arrangement you made. Now I got to look around what else to find here :-)
    Doris

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  5. Madelief15 October 2015 at 19:00

    My favourite autumn flower! A beautiful post Ingrid!

    Madelief x

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