
Central States Dahlia Society

Welcome
CSDS Celebrates 90 Years
CSDS was officially established in February, 1932. That’s 90 short years ago. CSDS is one of the largest affiliated members of the American Dahlia Society. Our membership is steadily growing along with the increasing interest in dahlias across the United States. Currently, we have close to 250 dahlia lovers.
We have monthly meetings from October through April. At each meeting we have a technical presentation that helps everyone grow a better dahlia. During the other months, members host garden walks and we hold the Fall Show at the Chicago Botanic Garden.
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Original CSDS gavel
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Photo Credits:
Dahlia border at San Francisco Botanic Garden, Sonia Harmon
CSDS gavel, Ted Magura
Natalie G dahlia, Sonia Harmon
Upcoming Events
Summer Garden Walks
July, August, and September
Members will host garden walks in their gardens throughout the summer. Open to CSDS members only. Look for details in upcoming newsletters.
Annual CSDS Picnic
August 14 at home in Northfield, IL
Details will be provided to members in upcoming newsletter.
September 17 & 18: CSDS Dahlia Show
Chicago Botanic Garden, Burnstein Hall
Annual dahlia exhibition at Chicago Botanic Garden. More details available in July. Learn more here.
