July is here and with it, the first dahlia blooms. But, this doesn't mean it's time to sit back and enjoy the showy flowers, there are a few maintenance tasks to keep on top of this month to prolong your dahlia display.
Growing dahlias is straightforward, so long as you meet their basic needs. In summer, this includes deep watering, fertilizing, and regular pruning to encourage even more blooms. It's also important to give the tallest stems some support to stop them flopping over and snapping.
