To overwinter dahlias, dig up the tubers and stash them in a shoebox

All Things Gardening

English - November 19, 2023 13:00 - 4 minutes - 44.2 MB - ★★★★★ - 18 ratings
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Dahlia blooms grow well in Vermont's climate, but they are too delicate to overwinter in the ground. Now is the time to dig them up and get them cozy for a long winter's nap so you can plant them again for more blooms next spring.