Re: tree dahlia?

Tree dahlias can also be propagated from the stem.  I cut sections that have ridges at each end as most ridges have eyes that will sprout.  I lay the stem sections horizontally and cover with about 3 inches of soil.  Usually a stem sprouts from each end of the section.
 
Janet Ter Veen
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Subject: tree dahlia?

I have been offered a tree dahlia from a friend's garden.  I've never grown them before so I looked them up and they appear to be rather thirsty plants but I may still give it a try.

Any words of experience or advice?

Nan



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