Dahlia

Dahlia is a genus of about 40 species of flowering plants in the family Asteraceae, native to Mexico and Central America. They are grown as ornamental flowers for their showy and diverse blooms, which come in various shapes, sizes, and colors. Dahlia flowers have a composite structure, with a central disc surrounded by ray florets. Dahlia plants are perennial in warm climates, but are often treated as annuals in colder regions. They grow from tuberous roots that can be dug up and stored over winter. Dahlia plants need full sun, well-drained soil, and regular water and fertilizer. They bloom from summer to fall and attract bees and butterflies.