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I've learned a lot about dahlias this year. Well, more like, things NOT to do next year! The most important thing I learned is where the sun hits in March (my planting time) is different from month to month, sometimes even week to week. I don't have much to my back yard, which is where I have to plant-too many trees up front. I have one side that receives full sun, 8-10 hours, which is where I planted the majority of my dahlias this year.
Well, this was wonderful in March, April and the beginning of May-they grew quick and bloomed prolifically. However, end of May, June, July, August it was just too hot and the sun too strong for them. Every other spot seems to get too much shade (I think?) at some point or another-whether it be spring, early/late summer,etc. But, those spots do get a few hours of early a.m. sun and late p.m. sun-is this enough?
Do I just plant where it's shadier and hope for the best, since I definitely know they don't too well in the full sun spot?
Also, when should I dig in my compost to prep the beds? In the past (like I said-still learning), I have just half-heartedly mixed it and amended it here and there, never fully prepped ahead of time.
Thanks for any help!
Carrie
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