Dahlia: everything you want to know

It’s not hard to see why Dahlias are worldwide one of the most well-loved flowers. One of the most beautiful summer flowers, cherished for their exceptional beauty. With a broad palette of colors and a variety of shapes and textures, Dahlias offer versatility for any floral design. The flowers have no fragrance, except ‘Mexican Star’, which smells like chocolate. It is a crossing between a Dahlia and a Chocolate Cosmos.

A rich symbolism

Dahlia has a rich symbolism: the flower stands for wealth and elegance, and also for love and involvement. It’s a perfect flower to express your love! For the Aztecs, Dahlia was a religious symbol, besides food, the flower was used in different types of ceremonies.

Which Types of Dahlia Are Available?

Tahlias come in many shapes and colors. From round to spiky petals and small to large flower heads — there are more than 20,000 varieties! Curious to learn more? Read our full blog about the different types of Dahlia and how to use them in floral design.

When is Dahlia in season?

Popular Dahlia varieties

We also made a special blog about the top 5 most popular Dahlia varieties. In this blog, we show the best-sellers and favorites of florists around the world.