Dahlias 101

THINGS I’VE LEARNED
I’ve spent the last few years learning all there is to know about dahlias. So, I’ll start with the basics regarding size and classifications.
This information comes from a variety of sources, that I will include on a separate page.
Sizes:
Pompom – up to 2” (P)
Mini Ball – 2-3 1/2” (MB)
Miniature – up to 4”. (M)
Ball – over 3 1/2”. (BA)
Small – 4-6”. (BB)
Medium – 6-8” (B)
Large – 8-10” (A)
Giant – 10+ also known as “Dinnerplate” (AA)
Classifications
| Informal Decorative | Formal Decorative |
| Stellar | Semi-Cactus |
| Straight Cactus | Incurved Cactus |
| Peony | Ball |
| Miniature Ball | Pompom |
| Lacinated | Waterlily |
| Anemone | Orchid |
| Orchette | Single |
| Mignon Single | Collarette |
| Novelty Open | Novelty Fully Double |