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