CULTURE OF DAHLIAS 
There is very little gained by extra early planting. Dah- 
lias make most of their growth in the later part of the sum- 
mer. In the latitude of Northern Indiana from May 15 to 
June 1 is the proper time for planting. Dahlias are vigorous 
growers and so will do best in a good soil with plenty of wat- 
er and good drainage. 
A good way to plant is to dig a trench six or eight inches 
deep in which to lay dahlias. Fill to a depth of two to three 
inches. When the dahlias get above the trench gradually fill 
it up or even hill it up as this will support the dahlia stock. 
In field culture we plant the roots 15 inches apart. !n gar- 
dens where it is desirable to grow a large plant with as many 
blooms as possible, it is better to plant the roots at least 2 
feet apart. | . 
To prevent the plants growing too tall and to increase 
the number of flowering branches, when the plant has six 
or eight leaves, pinch out the top bud; This will force out 
branches from the side of the stock and — will make a more 
sturdy plant. 
To produce the finest. flowers it is seine to practice 
disbudding. If left to itself the plant will produce more 
Tlowering buds than it can grow to the largest size. When 
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