Dahlias are fascinating plants, available in a wide array of shapes, sizes and colours made possible by their vast genetic diversity.
Dahlias have been hybridized for hundreds of years, creating many of the old varieties we know and love. But, as time changes, so do the needs of today's Dahlia growers.
Today's growers need plants that produce an abundance of quality blooms and can navigate changing climate circumstances.
Having grown and bred Dahlias commercially for more than 10 years I am always looking at them with a critical eye, wondering where they could go next. For me, Dahlia breeding isn't about replacing what already exists, it's about pushing things forward. Each new variety is an opportunity to take what works and make it even better, more resilient and more suited to the needs of the growers of today and tomorrow.
Dahlia breeding is a long and continual process, often taking several years to bring a variety from concept to sale. It can take more than three years to go from seed to a production ready Dahlia variety, so intentional crosses are made every year. Through targeted pollination, careful selection and extensive trialling Easy Grow Cut Dahlias were born in Southern Ontario.
Easy Grow Cut Dahlias are available as plants in 1 and 2 gallon pots. This means easier planting, earlier blooms and a longer production window. Featuring new and exciting varieties suited for cut flower production, Easy Grow Cut Dahlias are designed to produce an abundance of blooms and successfully navigate changing climate conditions, resulting in increased value and more peace of mind for growers.
Shelley Chappus, Colour Pop Flowers
