Even if you know how to plant dahlia tubers, you’ve probably dealt with a few hitches along the way — slugs, snails and ...

Tip: Look out for the dwarf types of dahlias that will be much easier to sustain in a pot than some of the giant cactus and water lily types, which are better suited to garden planting.

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Dahlias thrive in a sunny spot in fertile, well-drained soil. They're tender plants so can't be planted out until the danger of frost has passed in late spring, but on light soil ...