This is the time of year that the Dahlias are prime. But you probably guessed that looking at the lovely picture of today’s picks. Mike probably has 100 plants, and they bloom from mid-July to frost.
It wasn’t always like this. Some 10 years ago, we ran into Frank Campise at Friendship Gardens. Frank was tending the huge Dahlia garden that was there at the time. Life hasn’t been the same since. Frank and the other members of the Central States Dahlia Club have helped Mike to become the addicted Dahlia grower he has become. And I love it this time of year when there are beautiful blossoms everywhere!
The 8 Dahlias is this picture are Alfred Grill, Peaches and Cream, Blackberry Ripple, Jessie G, Colorado Classic, Kiara Pompadour, Gloriosa, and Safari Sunset.
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