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Welcome

CSDS Welcomes You

Central States Dahlia Society (CSDS) was founded in February 1932 to encourage dahlia enthusiasts across Chicagoland and northern Illinois. We are one of the largest affiliated societies of the American Dahlia Society. 

To learn more about CSDS, go to About.

Not a CSDS member? Memberships start at $10/year. Join now!

Upcoming Events

May 7:  Online Dahlia Sale opens at Noon

May 14:  Online Dahlia Sale closes at Noon
May 17:  Pickup 12 - 4 pm, Arlington Heights, Northfield
The link to the online store is (it will say closed until opening time):   https://csdsspringsale.square.site

Mark Your Calendar

Central States Dahlia Society is proud to host the 2025 ADS National Dahlia Show and to welcome dahlia enthusiasts from around the world to Chicago on September 18 - 22, 2025 at the Chicago Botanic Garden.

If you are interested in attending and exhibiting, get more details and sign up for updates here.

If you would like to come to the public display on September 20 and 21, sign up for updates here.

Photo Credits:

Kidd's Climax dahlia in Laura Matz's garden, Sonia Harmon

Copyright, Central States Dahlia Society.  All rights reserved.

Central States Dahlia Society is a participating society of the American Dahlia Society (ADS). The ADS is made up of over 70 local dahlia societies within the United States and Canada. To find a dahlia society near you, or to learn about growing and showing dahlias visit the ADS website.

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