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Post by Deleted on Oct 12, 2014 15:59:46 GMT
Not bad to grow markymate if you want any That's an offer I can't refuse Ian. Will PM you later, enjoy the footie  |
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Post by Deleted on Oct 12, 2014 16:04:25 GMT
I have about 430 in Lou got half of them done this weekend.I like to get them ready to lift just in case the weather changes suddenly for the worst and once the clocks change I can only get up saturday and sunday after work. That's a unenviable task DC, it takes me ages to cut my lot down, and I got no where near as many as you, good luck with that my friend |
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Post by Lou78W on Oct 12, 2014 17:03:38 GMT
I have about 430 in Lou got half of them done this weekend.I like to get them ready to lift just in case the weather changes suddenly for the worst and once the clocks change I can only get up saturday and sunday after work. Mmm....that's quite a few.....hope the weather is kind to you |
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Post by candyblue on Oct 12, 2014 19:35:55 GMT
Well yesterday I have cut half of my dahlias down, but didn't get to finish the rest as cut the top of my finger with the secateurs. Was really lucky as I managed to cut half way across the tip, another little bit further and I may have cut the whole tip off! Me being me wouldn't go to A&E on a Saturday but we managed to steri strip it together and its stopped bleeding so hopefully starting to heal now
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Post by Moonlight on Oct 12, 2014 19:49:01 GMT
Moonlight this one is for you, I have changed my avatar do you know what it is  I'm rubbish at anything like this. Marston Suzanne? Haven't a clue. or a Barbarry? Seriously rubbish about these things.
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Post by Moonlight on Oct 12, 2014 19:55:56 GMT
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Post by Moonlight on Oct 12, 2014 20:01:26 GMT
Well yesterday I have cut half of my dahlias down, but didn't get to finish the rest as cut the top of my finger with the secateurs. Was really lucky as I managed to cut half way across the tip, another little bit further and I may have cut the whole tip off! Me being me wouldn't go to A&E on a Saturday but we managed to steri strip it together and its stopped bleeding so hopefully starting to heal now |
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Post by Moonlight on Oct 12, 2014 20:04:12 GMT
Yes they are quite nice Lou, did'nt no that you no longer show dahlia's anymore 'fraid not Ian. My show career was short....but quite productive. You know how time consuming it is and I had to prioritize. At least I can get to Harrogate, and cheer you lot on when you are getting ready for your shows....One good thing is I get to keep my nails nice...lol  ...I'm going to try my hand at raising some seedlings next year.... |
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Post by Lou78W on Oct 12, 2014 20:12:40 GMT
Well yesterday I have cut half of my dahlias down, but didn't get to finish the rest as cut the top of my finger with the secateurs. Was really lucky as I managed to cut half way across the tip, another little bit further and I may have cut the whole tip off! Me being me wouldn't go to A&E on a Saturday but we managed to steri strip it together and its stopped bleeding so hopefully starting to heal now Ouch! Ouch! Ouch!!......bet that's sore ((hugs)) |
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Post by ian on Oct 12, 2014 20:12:59 GMT
If you can control the size of Suzanne by growing plenty on a plant, then do not take many side shot of it you will get great showable blooms. Barbarry's are very good but tend not to make much of a tuber Pip is good as is Surprise and there are many more. Most only grow about 3 1/2" tall so very manageable. Grow what you like
All the best Ian
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Post by Moonlight on Oct 12, 2014 20:52:29 GMT
If you can control the size of Suzanne by growing plenty on a plant, then do not take many side shot of it you will get great showable blooms. Barbarry's are very good but tend not to make much of a tuber Pip is good as is Surprise and there are many more. Most only grow about 3 1/2" tall so very manageable. Grow what you like All the best Ian
Almost all my dahlias are 1 plant of each variety and I don't really have that much room.
Is this a problem that other members have experienced? Most of my dahlias are bravely flowering away with lots of buds to open poor things. I was eager to grow these varieties and then was put off a bit.
If it is a problem is there anyway of eeking out their flowering shelf life whilst managing to maintain the classification size and not ending up with tiny blooms? |
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Post by ian on Oct 12, 2014 21:41:42 GMT
Miniatures do not need lots of space the only problem with Suzanne is keeping down to size if you intend showing it as I said earlier. It also can be a tall grower.
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Post by Moonlight on Oct 12, 2014 22:21:35 GMT
What Barbarry Surprise? Can it last a full season?
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Post by diggie on Oct 12, 2014 22:39:21 GMT
Hi Raymond, My name is Diggie and I would very much like to join your forum.I am a novice Dahlia grower and I started growing Dahlias in 2014. I see that you are looking to grow a mini dec. next year. I agree with Sean that Dikara Superb would be a good choice. I grew Dikara Superb this year and exhibited a vase at a show in September and to my complete surprise I got a first. Hope this helps you make up your mind. Hi diggie a warm welcome from me as well :DWelcome to garden friends. You will get all the knowledge you need on here and not just with dahlias ! I am a novice novice grower planning to show first time next year. Congratulations on your win ! Well done ! This is the best dahlia forum on the net you have national champions, harrogate champions, multiple silver and bronze medal winners, judges, breeders, nursery owners, garden growers etc...... There is info for everyone at every level. Also all the members on here are super helpful and great at giving their advise and knowledge. I have learned a great deal. Only wish I had found here earlier. I look forward to your posts. Great to have another novice on here as well  Thank you for the info on dikara superb. On the shortlist so fingers crossed. How Many plants Did you grow ? All the best Raymond |
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Post by diggie on Oct 12, 2014 22:47:39 GMT
Hi Raymond, In answer to your question I grew 3 plants of Dikara Superb. I only grew decs this year and found this one be easy to grow. Made many mistakes. Am expanding next year with cactus and small Pom varieties. Hopefully I can do better in 2015.
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