Dahlia season at Green Willow Gardens brought a field full of color and some clear standouts for cut flower production. From new favorites like Salmon Runner and Maarn to the always dependable Rock Run Ashley and a surprisingly productive purple mislabel, this year offered plenty to learn. If you are choosing dahlia varieties for your own cut flower garden or planning next season’s planting, this list will help you focus on what really performs.

Curious what a flower subscription or Bouquet of the Month Club really is? Here at Green Willow Gardens, we offer a simple way to enjoy fresh seasonal flowers from June through October. One bouquet each month, grown and harvested on our farm in Lawrence Michigan.

A look back at our Designing with Dahlias workshop at Green Willow Gardens with Holly Berry Flowers, local treats, and flower filled creativity.

Discover the Flower Hub NWI Flower Subscription, offering fresh, locally grown flowers from Northwest Indiana farms.

Foliage is just as important as flowers in a well-rounded bouquet! In early spring, Zone 6 gardeners can direct sow two must-have green fillers—bupleurum and pennycress. These easy-to-grow annuals thrive in cool weather, add texture to arrangements, and even allow for simple seed collection for future plantings. Learn how to grow and harvest them for a season full of lush greenery.

Looking for a way to enjoy fresh, seasonal flowers all season long? Our Flower Subscription (CSA) brings locally grown blooms straight from our farm to your home, offering a stunning alternative to grocery store flowers. Each bouquet is harvested at its peak for maximum freshness, color, and longevity. Learn more about why a CSA subscription is the best way to experience the beauty of farm-fresh flowers!

Learn how to take dahlia cuttings using our efficient method at Green Willow Gardens. From waking up tubers to rooting cuttings, we share our tried-and-true techniques.

February might be cold, but the work on our flower farm is in full swing! From starting snapdragons and lisianthus to propagating dahlias and mums, every task is a step toward a beautiful season ahead. See what we’ve been up to at Green Willow Gardens!