The Crazy Dahlia Lady

The Crazy Dahlia Lady I've been growing dahlias for 15 years. what started out as a few dahlias in the front yard has turned into a full blown addiction to these amazing flowers.

I now grow over 200 varieties and love sharing them! I've taken the garden to the next level

Here are some current blooms…..
08/07/2026

Here are some current blooms…..

I released some more beneficial bugs last night. Lady bugs and pirate bugs will keep thrips and aphids under control.
07/16/2026

I released some more beneficial bugs last night. Lady bugs and pirate bugs will keep thrips and aphids under control.

The first blooms of the season have arrived! Lee’s Sugar Rush and Lee’s Dragonfruit Fizz. I picked them up as bargain b...
07/06/2026

The first blooms of the season have arrived! Lee’s Sugar Rush and Lee’s Dragonfruit Fizz. I picked them up as bargain basement cuttings from B&D’s Farm and they are stunning!!!

My buddy Manny the Mantis was hatched here in the yard. He loves receiving praise for taking care of the bad bugs.
06/24/2026

My buddy Manny the Mantis was hatched here in the yard. He loves receiving praise for taking care of the bad bugs.

I’ve been releasing beneficial bugs into the garden rather than using pesticides. I use cucumeris, lady bugs and pirate...
06/12/2026

I’ve been releasing beneficial bugs into the garden rather than using pesticides. I use cucumeris, lady bugs and pirate bugs. I got adult green lacewings for the first time this season.

First dahlia bed is complete. The other 4 are in progress. I’m hoping to be done by the end of the week …..maybe …
06/03/2026

First dahlia bed is complete. The other 4 are in progress. I’m hoping to be done by the end of the week …..maybe …

06/02/2026

Pittsburgh Area dahlia fans! Would you be interested in a swap/sale this Sunday at North Park? You can bring your extras to sell or swap or purchase the treasures left over that others don’t have room to plant!!

My husband is very smart….
05/15/2026

My husband is very smart….

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