This gorgeous big dahlia, Camano Sitka, has been blooming all summer. It blooms early, it blooms late, it blooms all around the block (in my Johnson community garden.) Good stem width too. A keeper! I hope it makes good tubers. We'll see later this month or in early November.
This pretty anemone dahlia is said to be a good producer of blooms on a tall plant. If cut early, it helps avoid petals shattering, and can be an good cut flower for bouquets and arrangements.
Paul Smith was my grandfather on my mother's side. We were estranged and I am not a gardener. Mom happened to mention his passion for cultivation of the Paul Smith Dahlia in the last days of her life. Just wanted to thank all who continue the flower's existence. As I understand it is not an easy task.