Companion Planting with Dahlias
Dahlia
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Dahlias are showy, late summer- and autumn-blooming plants that add stunning color and texture to any garden. When choosing companion plants for dahlias, consider plants with similar growing requirements that complement their height, texture, bloom time, and color. Here are some options:
Perennials:
Echinacea (Coneflower)
Rudbeckia (Black-Eyed Susan)
Salvia
Coreopsis
Gaillardia (Blanket Flower)
Astilbe
Nepeta (Catmint)
Phlox
Penstemon
Sedum (Stonecrop)
Annuals:
Zinnias
Marigolds
Cosmos
Sunflowers
Petunias
Cleome (Spider Flower)
Snapdragons
Tithonia (Mexican Sunflower)
Nicotiana (Flowering Tobacco)
Ornamental grasses:
Miscanthus (Maiden Grass)
Pennisetum (Fountain Grass)
Stipa (Feather Grass)
Calamagrostis (Feather Reed Grass)
Foliage plants:
Coleus
Caladium
Hostas (for dahlias that can tolerate partial shade)
Heuchera (Coral Bells)
Climbers and vines:
Clematis (choose varieties with similar light requirements)
Morning glory (Ipomoea)
Sweet peas (Lathyrus odoratus)
When choosing companion plants for dahlias, consider their light, water, and soil requirements. Dahlias prefer full sun, well-drained soil, and consistent moisture for optimal growth. Be sure to select companion plants that thrive in similar conditions to ensure a successful and cohesive garden display. Additionally, choose plants with different bloom times or foliage colors to create visual interest and extend the color display in your garden throughout the growing season.
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