Phinney Ridge Dahlias
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How a Packets of Seeds Became a Ray of Hope: Thank You Phinney Ridge Dahlias

When you’re going through something as physically and emotionally intense as cancer treatment, the smallest gestures can feel like lifelines. A warm smile, a thoughtful message, or in my case—seeds. Zinnias. Dahlias. Snapdragons, etc. More than I could count, all gifted by someone who barely knew me, but somehow knew exactly what I needed. That…

Planting Hope: My Cancer Journey Through the Flower Garden
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Planting Hope: My Cancer Journey Through the Flower Garden

Back in March and April, I started seeds indoors with excitement and a plan. I was dreaming big this year—more rows, more blooms, a bigger cut flower garden than ever before. I pictured myself out in the sun, barefoot in the soil, planting beauty with my own two hands. What I didn’t plan for was…

Vibrant yellow flowers in a rustic white wooden box surrounded by green leaves, depicting a natural garden setting.
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How to Grow Dahlias from Seed

🌸 How to Grow Dahlias from Seed (Not Tubers!) A Budget-Friendly Guide for Beginner & Cut Flower Gardeners Thinking about starting a dahlia garden without breaking the bank? You’re in the right place. While most gardeners buy dahlia tubers each year, there’s a lesser-known, budget-friendly method that I personally used in 2025: growing dahlias from…