Dahlia Collection

The dahlia stands out for its round, generous head, capable of carrying a bouquet on its own. This collection covers waterlily forms with broad petals, densely packed double blooms and tall stems, from 45 cm to 80 cm.

Waterlily or double bloom

The waterlily dahlia opens a few rows of broad petals and keeps an almost flat corolla, much like a water lily. Double varieties, by contrast, stack their petals into a dense ball and add volume immediately. In the same vase, a waterlily brings air to the arrangement and a double bloom fills it out.

One height, one use

Stems around 45 cm stay at table height, for a low centerpiece you can see over during a meal. Those from 70 cm to 80 cm call for a tall vase and find their place in an entryway or on a sideboard. It's better to mix two heights than to line up stems of equal length.

The bud and the foliage

Some stems carry a bud in addition to the flower, which lightens the silhouette and avoids a row of identical heads. Dahlia foliage is finely cut and quite prominent: keep it if the bouquet lacks greenery, push it outward if it hides the corollas. Three well-spaced flowers are better than six crowded ones.

Frequently asked questions

How many stems for a dahlia bouquet?

Three to five stems already fill a medium vase, because each head takes up a lot of space. Beyond that, vary the heights so the corollas don't touch.

Does the dahlia pair well with other flowers?

Yes, as the main flower: small blooms and fine foliage frame it nicely. Avoid a second flower just as large, as the two would cancel each other out.

How do you restore volume to a flattened head?

Spread the petals apart one by one, from the center to the edge, finishing with the outer rows. Then store the stem upright rather than lying down, so the corolla keeps its shape.