How We Plant Our Dahlias

Earlier this week we planted our big dahlia breeding field. I thought it would be fun to show you each step of the process and how we get organized before planting time. If you’re interested, I’ve included links to all the supplies we use for dahlia prep and planting below. I hope you enjoy seeing the process from start to finish!
FAVORITE DAHLIA PLANTING SUPPLIES:
Walt's Rainy Pacific NW Blend fertilizer 7-4-9: amzn.to/3JzbIOg
Marking flags: amzn.to/3JxrtFp
BCS rototiller (Model 749): www.bcsamerica...
BCS ridger attachment: www.bcsamerica...
Metallic EMT conduit: www.lowes.com/...
Rose style plant labels 11.5 in tall (heavy duty zinc with galvanized wire): www.everlastla...
Mechanical pencil for metal labels: www.everlastla...
Molded plastic field stakes 1 ¼ in x 12 in tall: www.macore.com...
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[@rattriffic]

This is literally insane on the planning level but also makes my brains so incredibly happy. Planning and labeling and having it all done down to the very tiniest detail Is amazing

[@alwaysbekindlove]

Erin is like the Michael Jordan of flower growing. ❤

[@cassievaughn6568]

You should wear a microphone, that would help with sound a lot! Love this video so much! I’m glad I’m stumbled on your channel!

[@pocketsofmayhem]

This is organizational heaven - it makes my brain sing 😊

[@cherriethomas9538]

I got 3 packages of seeds from you. One daliah package. I drect seeded them as I didn't get them started early. I cant imagine the work/ process you guys do..i do my garden myself an it can be overwhelming. You have been an inspiration for me to start a small flower cutting bed..i got some green millet an harry balls too should be some great filler. Blessings on a bountiful season.

[@MelaniedeMonet]

Love this video! Thank you. My husband showed me how to unzip zip ties with regular flat tip screwdriver, so they can be reused rather than cut and thrown away. Just do not pull as tightly when closing. And insert to pull apart without the teeth and grooves touching

[@einzwei3364]

Bought your book for last years dalia season. Helped me quite a lot. I still have to wait a few days with planting though. Late frost can be a real showstopper here in germany. Keep up the great work that you are doing with your flowers!

[@lorihry6236]

I have planted half my Bees Choice dahlia seeds. Once it warms up more I will plant the others out. Thanks for sharing all your knowledge!

[@memethomas5402]

A-Mazing! I love organizing from the smallest detail to big. Well thought out..makes planting Dahlias Easy Peezee 😊

[@joybochsler7160]

What a wonderful way to plant and organize Thank you for sharing 😊

[@carolrose4784]

Amazing work and so well executed. Thank you for sharing!

[@MommaF0420]

Found u from your show on the magnolia network. I loved it and love what you do!!!!! My old soul truly feels the love for your job. Can't lie I'm super jealous not to have that many flower close by to just visit. Lol! With and love and support your new fan!!!!

[@emandeli1585]

francisco did an amazing job at those rows/signage/posts!

[@debiulrey-crosby4520]

This was so interesting to see your process. I bought dahlia and zinnia seeds this year sos excited to see how things grow.

[@hansejr]

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us.

[@nnagle9224]

This is wonderfully organized. I cannot imagine having soil like yours.

[@BryanGjevre]

Thank you. Thank you! I will plant my dahlia beds 6’ apart! I’ve always screwed up how wide to make the walking paths!

[@bertharios7413]

Thank you Erin.

[@bellarosa009]

Great video, Erin!! I'm so inspired by you and hope to plant a patch of dahlias next year.

[@ERWINROODT]

WOW, amazing video. So organised and professional. Thanks for the education. Love your farm and videos.

[@nnagle9224]

Love the organization and the backup labels.

[@sherryhipp6498]

Fantastic, simply fantastic. Thank you for providing such detailed information. I immediately jumped on line and ordered Paw Paw rose labels and a retractable grease pen! Fan in Bozeman, MT

[@GracieSmith-x8c]

Absolutely amazing! You are such a joy to watch!

[@scalorarson6183]

Organization goals!

[@TammyGoodall]

Awesome! Thank you

[@cindyrae2605]

What type of medium is in the tubs that the tubers are in? Is this what they're stored in during the off-season? Thanks..

[@katiehowell1058]

I want to know the exact same thing!

[@cheesadavila7945]

Thank you so much! Can you tell me how far apart you plant dahlias that you start from seed?

[@musiclover2256]

If you ordered seeds from floret this year, the booklet that came with the packets should explain how far to plant seedlings apart.

[@adriaanvanhoeve8703]

Just curious, are these all second year plants? Whats the reason for keeping so many of each variety?

[@veriseoul8756]

I would imagine it's because they're aiming to grow as many seeds as possible for their breeding program

[@GardengateDreamer]

They are new breeds that will be registered, reproduced and then eventually offered for sale to the public.

[@sixpackyoung9698]

How did you managed to have no weed around the bulbs.

[@firsttimemommy3735]

Do you soak your roots in water beforehand?

[@dianequist835]

No, as too much water makes a dahlia tuber soften and rot.

[@firsttimemommy3735]

@@dianequist835 Thank you for the information I appreciate it. I thought it would hydrate them.

[@readysetsleep]

What is the medium you store the dahlia tubers in the sterilite storage boxes? I left my tubes in a paper bag over winter and they all ended up as shriveled up tubers 😢

[@TeamFloret]

If you have the Discovering Dahlias book, there are a few great storage ideas on page 69

[@lizroberts8168]

Interesting that they don’t water them until later.

[@asaf4070]

Dahlia tubers can rot if you water them before they have developed roots.

[@OldReddingFarm]

Wow the wind noise ! Don't your professional mics block that? Or were you not using them ?

[@GardengateDreamer]

That's all you got from a otherwise wonderful educational video? Geez.

[@bailybeckstrand664]

Is it ok to plant tubers that early?

[@adriaanvanhoeve8703]

It would depend on your climate. If you plant them deep enough they can avoid late frost in most areas

[@bailybeckstrand664]

Thank you, I have been wondering about this

[@chrissciolla]

Wait, so no landscape fabric? Just when I thought my plans were mirroring yours 🫠