Growing plants since 1969, Tony from Devine Nurseries in Yorkshire spoke to Ken Crowther about winning his first trophy when he was 14-years-old.
He won Best in Show at Leicester County Show for growing the pure white dahlia, Sterling Silver.
A growing dahlia business (2015)
In recent years dahlias have seen a revival and are particularly popular in bride’s bouquets.
Pheasant Acre Plants near Bridgend in South Wales grow over 600 different varieties and more than 40,000 plants.
Rob Evans explained to Ken Crowther how the business has grown over recent years.
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