Planting Dahlias & Early Growth Care
Tuesday, May 19th, 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
Everything you need to know to get your dahlias into the ground successfully.
We’ll cover:
Correct planting depth, spacing, and tuber orientation
How to avoid overwatering newly planted tubers
Early pest identification and control (slugs, earwigs, rabbits)
When and how to pinch for bushier growth and more blooms
Tips for preventing legginess and encouraging strong structure