We’re still swimming in blooms????, but frost is right around the corner. ???? Here are a few things you can do to prepare for the end of flower season.
- Label your dahlias well! We recommend writing the variety name on surveyor tape with a permanent marker and then tying that to the base of the stem before your first frost.
- Gather supplies for digging and storing your tubers. Besides a shovel and loppers, make sure you have bins and whatever material you like to store your dahlias in. (We like to store ours in pine shavings.) Also make a plan for where in your home you’ll put the bins of dahlias for the winter.
- Prepare a wash station. Figure out where you’ll rinse your dahlias after you dig them up. You’ll also need a place for them to dry out before tucking them away for the winter.
- Take final pictures and notes about the blooms. Also take note of what went well and what didn’t this growing season so you can make adjustments in your garden next season.
- Collect dahlia seeds. Growing dahlias from seed is always an adventure!
- Take time to soak up the beauty of your blooms while you still have them! ????
What cold weather preparations are you taking in your garden??????????????????