12 Perfect Companions for Dahlias
- Debra Flaming
- Aug 20
- 1 min read
Updated: Aug 24
Dahlias may be the stars of the summer garden, but even the brightest stars shine more brilliantly when surrounded by friends. That’s where companion flowers come in. These carefully chosen plants don’t just fill space — they bring fragrance, texture, pollinator power, and garden balance that elevate your dahlias to a whole new level.
Imagine sweet peas twining with romance and fragrance, or lavender offering its calming scent while keeping pests at bay. Picture the bold drama of amaranth, the airy touch of cosmos and baby’s breath, or the cheerful pop of blue from bachelor buttons. Add in the hardworking beauty of marigolds, the soft umbels of dara, the pollinator-magnet yarrow, and the steady vertical accents of snapdragons — and suddenly your dahlia patch is no longer just a flower bed. It’s a thriving, abundant ecosystem.
At Flaming Acres Dahlias, we’ve grown to love these 12 companions for the way they complement dahlias both in the garden and in arrangements. They make bouquets richer, the garden more resilient, and the whole growing season more rewarding.
Want to see them all? Visit our Companion Flowers page, where we’ve gathered photos and details about each variety to help you choose the perfect partners for your dahlias.
Together, these blooms turn a garden into more than just a place to grow — they create a sanctuary of beauty, fragrance, and life.
With Blooms & Blessings,
Debra Flaming
