Field Journal
How to Store Dahlia Tubers Before Planting
Need to store your dahlia tubers before planting? Here’s how to keep them safe until the garden is ready, including the best temperatures, storage materials, and what to avoid.
Your Dahlia Tubers Have Arrived — What to Do First
Just received your dahlia tubers? Here are the first simple steps to take after delivery so your tubers stay healthy until planting time.
A Small Tradition: The Story Behind the Fox Cottage Copper Coin
A small copper coin tucked inside every Fox Cottage Farm order carries more meaning than you might expect. Here’s the story behind this simple tradition — and how it helps flowers stay fresh a little longer.
The Seasons That Built Fox Cottage Farm
Fox Cottage Farm wasn’t built in an easy chapter of my life. It was built after difficult medical decisions and during the process of learning my body again. This is the story of how returning to the garden helped me rebuild my life.
How to Choose Dahlia Varieties Without Getting Overwhelmed
Choosing dahlia varieties can feel overwhelming — especially with so many colors, forms, and new releases. This guide breaks down a simple, intentional way to select dahlias that feel cohesive, productive, and uniquely yours.
How to Make Dahlias Bloom More: 7 Mistakes That Reduce Flower Production
If your dahlias aren’t blooming as much as you expected, the issue may not be the plant — it may be the approach. Here are 7 common mistakes that reduce flower production and how to encourage more blooms all season long.
Brides Growing Their Own Dahlias: A Romantic Guide to Growing Wedding Flowers with Meaning
More brides are choosing to grow their own wedding dahlias — not just for beauty, but for meaning. This guide shares romantic dahlia varieties by color palette, from soft blush and dreamy whites to peach, lavender, and autumn tones.
If You’ve Never Grown Dahlias, Start Here | Beginner Dahlia Guide
If dahlias have been calling to you but you’re unsure where to begin, this guide was written for you. A grounded introduction to growing dahlias, rooted in real flower farm experience and the quiet joy of learning season by season.
Dinnerplate Dahlias: Giant Varieties I Grow That Make People Stop and Stare
Dinnerplate dahlias are some of the most dramatic flowers in the garden — oversized blooms that bring instant presence to a cut flower bed. In this guide, I share the giant dahlia varieties I grow at Fox Cottage Farm, why they stand out in the field, and what gardeners should know before planting these unforgettable statement flowers.
Dahlias I Recommend for Flower Farmers Who Want to Make Money from Cut Stems
Not all dahlias perform the same in a working field. This guide highlights the high-producing “workhorse” varieties I rely on for consistent cut stems, strong growth, and reliable harvests at Fox Cottage Farm. A practical look at dahlias chosen for productivity, market bouquets, and growers who want flowers that truly earn their space.
Best Dahlias for Beginners and Cut Flower Gardens
Choosing the right dahlias can make all the difference when you’re starting a cut flower garden. In this guide, I share the beginner-friendly varieties I grow at Fox Cottage Farm — blooms known for reliability, strong stems, and the confidence they bring to new growers building a garden filled with beauty and purpose.










