Dahlia buds won't open

11 years ago

Healthy dahlia plant, plenty of buds, but they're simply not opening. There's no sign of insect damage, and the plant itself is very healthy. The buds if anything are a bit 'watery'.

Its in a pot, and it gets plenty of sun.

Am I just over watering? Would it help if I put it in a warm sunny porch for a while?

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cicivacation

11 years ago

Buds are the developing stage of the flower.... Typically, the larger the bloom or quantity of petals, the longer it takes for the bud to open. Patience, they will come.

For heavens sake, if the plant is thriving, DONT cut down the water you're giving! That's what is giving the developing flowers it's 'bang.' This is the time to give the plants a bit of fertilizer, which will help the quality of bloom, too.

Looking forward to seeing your blooms!

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benspacey
Original Author
11 years ago
Thanks so much for your reply. I can be a little impatient with these things!
Yes the plant itself looks so healthy, and there are alot of buds. I'll get topping up on the fertilizer then too.
Thank you very much!
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cicivacation
11 years ago
I hear you... Mid-August is my favorite time of year, as dahlias are opening left and right! It is exciting to see old friends emerge again, and to get acquainted with new ones. While everyone around me is moaning about summer being almost over, I'm dancing with delight because the garden show is just beginning!
benspacey
Original Author
11 years ago

Patience wins!

thank you so much for your advice. There's so many more buds too.
cicivacation
11 years ago
What cute flowers! Keep those dying ones deadheaded, or the buds will slow down so the plant can set seeds.
Reb
5 years ago
Same problem here, wondering if mines not getting enough sun. It's in a container and has a bunch of buds. It looks healthy. It's not getting full sun but gets filtered sun almost all day.