A few of the beautiful dahlias from our flower picking spree!
Making the most of your Michigan summer should include going to places that embrace Michigan’s farmland, and the wonderful growing season we have here. Dahlia Acres farm in Hudsonville, MI is a great place to have that experience. You’ll walk away with more than memories because you can also pick and buy your own flowers, with over 50 varieties of dahlias, there’s a lot to choose from!

These are just a few of the varieties of dahlias on the farm at Dahlia Acres in Hudsonville.
In addition to stopping by to pick flowers, Dahlia Acres also has an event called “Bouquets & Bottles” (which I hear is a HUGE hit), here’s some info that I picked up from their website:

Join us in making a beautiful bouquet!

Bring a friend and a bottle of wine, and try your han,d at making a floral arrangement. We will be demonstrating throughout the event, but it is up to you to get creative. We will provide all you need for your arrangement, a vase, all the cut flowers you will need, and scissors.

We will also have light snacks and bottled water…

The cost is $35 a person. Class sizes are 15-20 people.

Reserve your spot by:
call/text Marcy: 616-834-2672
email: dahliaacres15@gmail.com

Payment requested at RSVP- checks can be mailed to
Marcy Krause
4763 Baldwin Street
Hudsonville  Mi, 49426

Questions welcome here, or through Marcy’s contact information as above.

You may also inquire about a private party.

We filled the back of the truck!
 Free Dahlia Care Tips from Dahlia Acres

Dahlia flowers come in a variety of colors and shapes. They are beautiful blooms but do require more care than other flower types. We want to share our dahlia care and handling tips.

  • Dahlias will hydrate better in warm water. Make sure your vase is clean and filled with at least 3”-4” of warm water.
  • Carefully separate the stems and remove any lower foliage that would fall below the water line.
  • Give each stem a clean diagonal cut. Cut at least 1” off each stem and quickly place in water.
  • Recut the stems and change the water daily. This will prevent bacteria from forming and clogging the stems.
  • Keep dahlias in a cool area, away from direct sunlight.

dahliaacresfarm.com. The address is: 4763 Baldwin Street
Hudsonville  Mi, 49426

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