Bloom Prep, Disbudding & Shaping Plants

Tuesday, August 18th, 2026 — 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM


Location: Primrose Room — Commerce Bank Center for Science Education
Address: 4651 Shaw Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63110

Celebrate peak dahlia season with blooms, creativity, and community.

This event includes:

  • How to cut dahlias at the perfect stage for long-lasting arrangements

  • Conditioning methods such as hydration, alum dips, and the boiling-water technique

  • A beginner-friendly floral arranging demonstration

  • Three-Bloom Showcase: bring three of your best blooms to display and discuss

  • Group roundtable on top-performing varieties in local gardens