: any of a genus (Dahlia) of American tuberous-rooted composite herbs having opposite pinnate leaves and rayed flower heads and including many that are cultivated as ornamentals
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Then, grab showier flowers like lilies, hydrangeas, roses, sunflowers, peonies, dahlias, or ranunculus.
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Andrea Beck, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 May 2025
Bromeliads, calathea, chrysanthemums, dahlias, lisianthuses also swirl toward the ceiling.
—James Barron, New York Times, 1 May 2025
Among the most popular flowers are ranunculus and peonies as well as 3,000 dahlia plants in rainbow varieties.
—Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 24 Mar. 2025
At the time, Jaden wore a tailored custom Thom Browne ensemble, including a white denim coat featuring dahlia adornments and several straps.
—Brenton Blanchet, People.com, 6 May 2025
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Andrea Beck, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 May 2025
Bromeliads, calathea, chrysanthemums, dahlias, lisianthuses also swirl toward the ceiling.
—James Barron, New York Times, 1 May 2025
Among the most popular flowers are ranunculus and peonies as well as 3,000 dahlia plants in rainbow varieties.
—Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 24 Mar. 2025
At the time, Jaden wore a tailored custom Thom Browne ensemble, including a white denim coat featuring dahlia adornments and several straps.
—Brenton Blanchet, People.com, 6 May 2025
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“Dahlia.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dahlia. Accessed 5 Jun. 2025.
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