Dahlias

The weather has certainly taken a dip on the cooler side. On Wednesday I was busy digging up some dahlias and storing them ready for their winter rest. I turned them upside down to allow the moisture to drain from the stems and next week I will place them in a storage tray and keep in a dark frost free room until early next Spring. Remember to label and if you have various kinds keep them all in sections. Also, keep checking to make sure the tubers aren't rotting. If you're storing in potting compost, keep this on the dry-side and only moisten the medium when necessary. Increased moisture will be needed when you want to encourage their growth early next spring.