November is the start of winter for your plants, so now is the time to protect tender bulbs such as dahlias, gladiolas and canna and to turn outdoor coleus plants into indoor plants for the winter.
Dahlias tubers that are stored indoors in winter are susceptible to getting dried out. But if that happens, there are ways to save them by adding moisture.
If you love colorful flowers then you probably love Dahlias like me. But for those of us that live where the winters get cold ...
Dear Master Gardener: I want to try to save my dahlia tubers this winter. What do I do? Answer: Overwintering dahlia tubers is a great way to enjoy your favorites year after year for free! The process ...
Overwintering cold-sensitive bulbs such as dahlias, cannas, and gladiolus is a smart way to save money, preserve your favorite varieties, and even grow bigger blooms the following summer. It’s also a ...
If you want to enjoy your dahlias year after year, knowing how to save dahlia tubers is essential. Dahlias are tender perennials, which means they won’t survive freezing temperatures if left in the ...
1. Dig up bulbs or tubers after frost in the fall has blackened foliage. Carefully remove as much soil as you can. 2. Cut off the leaves, leaving a stem about 1 or 2 inches long. Leaves and most of ...
In the Western Washington climate, you can gamble with dahlias and leave them in the ground over the winter. Cut the stems off at ground level then cover the soil (with the tubers still buried ...