| I would like to start some dalias from seed. How is this done and where could I purchase the seeds? |
| According to the American Horticultural Society's book, "Plant Propagation" it's best to sow seeds and keep at a minimum temperature of 61 degrees F at all times to get rapid germination. You can use a heated seed mat to ensure even temperatures. When seedlings are larger enough, transplant into individual pots. Plant outdoors when temperatures are 54 degrees and above. As for seed sources, I did a plant source database search and nothing showed up for seeds, just plants. But here are some dahlia specialty nurseries that you can check with directly. You can also try saving seed from your own dahlias or from friends. Dahlia Dandies, 1717 South Woodland Drive, Kalispell, MT USA 59901 http://www.valler.com/dahlia Alpen Gardens P.O. Box 63 Lynden, WA USA 98264 [email protected] http://www.alpengardens.com Swan Island Dahlias Box 700 Canby, OR USA 97013 [email protected] http://www.dahlias.com Bridge View Dahlia Gardens 1876 Maple Street North Bend, OR USA 97459 [email protected] http://www.cruger.com/bvd1.htm... Hilltop Dahlias 1010 Antelope Street Basin, WY USA 82410 Telephone 307-568-2585 |
