Grow Like a Quite Contrary Gardener

A core belief at Quite Contrary Flower Farm is that there is no one right way to grow great flowers. 

Over the years we have tried a bunch of different methods to find what suits us, our climate, and our soil to get the best results in our cut flower field. 

We want to share those with you. 

Join us on our journey as a Quite Contrary Gardener. 

Growing Guides

Dahlia Mythbusting - Digging

Like many gardening topics, there is a lot of folklore around the right and wrong ways to grow dahlias.  One reason is because we all have different soil, and different...

Dahlia Mythbusting - Digging

Like many gardening topics, there is a lot of folklore around the right and wrong ways to grow dahlias.  One reason is because we all have different soil, and different...

dahlia seed pods

Saving Dahlia Seed

Did you know you can save your own dahlia seed? This easy guide will show you how so you can grow and breed your own dahlia cultivars.

Saving Dahlia Seed

Did you know you can save your own dahlia seed? This easy guide will show you how so you can grow and breed your own dahlia cultivars.

Caring for Your Bouquet

Caring for Your Bouquet

There's nothing like a bunch of fresh flowers to brighten a home. Whether they're a gift from a loved one or a treat for yourself, taking good care of your...

Caring for Your Bouquet

There's nothing like a bunch of fresh flowers to brighten a home. Whether they're a gift from a loved one or a treat for yourself, taking good care of your...

Instruction: Planting Your Dahlia Tubers

Instruction: Planting Your Dahlia Tubers

Feeling daunted about planting your dahlia tubers? Don't know which way is up or down? Don't stress - we've got the answer for you. With this guide you'll be able...

Instruction: Planting Your Dahlia Tubers

Feeling daunted about planting your dahlia tubers? Don't know which way is up or down? Don't stress - we've got the answer for you. With this guide you'll be able...

Instruction: Bringing Your Tubers Home

Instruction: Bringing Your Tubers Home

If you're a first time dahlia grower it can be daunting to think about what to do with your long-awaited tubers once you get them. Hopefully this guide will help...

Instruction: Bringing Your Tubers Home

If you're a first time dahlia grower it can be daunting to think about what to do with your long-awaited tubers once you get them. Hopefully this guide will help...

Overview: Dahlia Grower's Year

Overview: Dahlia Grower's Year

Have you ever wondered what steps go into growing dahlias over a year? Look no further. 

Overview: Dahlia Grower's Year

Have you ever wondered what steps go into growing dahlias over a year? Look no further.