National Dahlia Society’s Dave Gillam explains how to grow the best dahlias

Dave Gillam is vice-chair of the National Dahlia Society. He’s been a dahlia exhibitor for over 38 years winning 4 National Best Exhibits in Show in the last 10 years.

He’s an expert on growing dahlias and is based at the Abercorn Plant and Garden Centre in Chelmsford, Essex.

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Dave says for rooting: “A good growing tip: is a pair of leaves and the node remaining, just above where we’ve cut it from the tuba. Then about a 50/50 mix, I normally use perlite and a purpose compost mixed together. Then its about getting enough air, without getting too humid – finding a balance with the environment you’ve got.”

Follow Dave’s efforts on YouTube @DaveGillamDahlias.

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