8 Gorgeous Dahlia Colors for Summer 2023

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Rust

Earth tones are absolutely on trend for home and garden this year, especially the warm terracotta shades used in Japandi style. To bring the clay-like hue to your garden, try Brown Sugar, Terracotta and Cornel Bronze dahlias, suggests Barene.

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Gold

Sometimes, more is more and you want a shining bright statement flower. For those instances, turn to gold dahlias in Bracken Sarah, Sandia Brocade and Miss Amara varietals. To embrace your maximalism, pair gold dahlias with any of these bright yellow flowers like different varieties of sunflower.

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Lavender

Soft purples feel so special in a garden inhabited by mostly pinks, yellows, reds, and oranges. To add that gorgeous surprise element to your flower collection, try sourcing a soothing lavender dahlia in Bloomquist Tory P, Clearview Debbie or Tahoma Kelli shades. If you want a brighter color pop, try these purple flowers instead.

Sourcing and Incorporating These Dahlia Colors

Barene recommends sourcing these dahlias through River Merle Farm, the Farmhouse Flower Farm, and Dahlias by Julie. These growers offer truly unique dahlia colors and varietals. Additionally, if you’re looking for inspiration for planting your new dahlias, be sure to check out our guide to creating a cottage garden. Also, try to balance the whimsical dahlias with other playful flower varietals to spruce up your garden. Happy planting!