Dahlia Projects at the Larry P. Abraham Agri-Nature Center
June 6, 2025 Update
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Dahlia Little Blessing, located in the eastern raised dahlia bed is getting ready to bloom.
Dahlia Projects at the Larry P. Abraham Agri-Nature Center
There are three Dahlia projects going on at the Larry P. Abraham Agri-Nature Center. Master Gardener Bill Shen has planted two raised beds of Dahlias for educational purposes and a dahlia beautification project by the fence that separates the parking lot and master gardener area. The New Mexico Dahlia Society also has two plots in the Community Garden under the guidance of Master Gardener Bill Shen.
This report is a spot check on the progress of all the dahlia projects as of June 6, 2025 at the Agri-Nature Center. Overall all projects are healthy.
Dahlia Bed By The Fence
Planted April 9, 2025
Single Row of Dahlias Ketchup & Mustard
The dahlias in the bed running along the rustic fence are healthy. The fence is located between the parking lot and the master gardener area. Once in full bloom they will be an awesome sight for visitors entering the center.
Raised Dahlia Beds
Planted April 9, 2025
- Front planter 2 rows of Dahlia Bride-To-Be
- Rear planter north row Dahlia Little Blessing
- Rear planter south row Dahlia Cafe Au Lait
A few tubers had to be replaced otherwise the plants in the raised beds are healthy.
Community Garden
Photo Credits: Aaron Greenwood