Now that your dahlias are planted and thriving, it’s time to learn how to care for them as they grow—and how to harvest them at their peak! In this hands-on lesson, students will explore supporting healthy dahlia plants through watering, pest monitoring, pinching, and staking. Then they’ll learn when and how to harvest dahlias to enjoy long-lasting, vibrant blooms.

This activity is 3 of 5 in the "How to Grow Dahlias" collection from Farm to Table Kids. Visit the collection to view the full set of learning resource and learn more about Part 1 of the collection series, "Things to Know Before You Grow."