This time-lapse shown growth stages of a dahlia plant from a tuber/bulb to blooming flowers. The dahlia bulb was planting in ...

Plant tubers and bulbs of summer flowering plants like the vivid, sky planted now, they need a long growing period. Sow summer cabbages, and also winter and red cabbage. Plant out leeks and onions ...

Dahlias don’t hibernate neatly; they either shrivel or turn to soup when winter storage goes wrong. The line between sleep ...

Autumn is a great time to plant perennials in the garden. Discover gorgeous perennial plants that add autumn hues, winter foliage, and early spring blooms to the garden.

Begonias, impatients, geraniums, and lantanas are just some of the annuals you need to overwinter before the fall frosts ...

For an early spring indoor surprise, consider planting some bulbs in a few pots. Sink the pots in the garden for 10-15 weeks, which allows them a necessary cold treatment. Bring the pots indoors, ...

Some popular flowering plants to dig up and store over winter include dahlias, calla lilies, elephant ears, freesias, and ...

Whatever method you choose, keep the tubers in a cool, dark place. An unheated basement or heated garage usually works.

Overwintering is a great way of protecting your plants from frost and wet weather, and it's especially crucial for more ...

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Cold can kill dahlias left in the ground, so digging up the tubers and storing them for winter can ensure you'll have a beautiful flower garden next season.

If you grow dahlias or canna lilies, garden chores in the fall include taking steps to ensure tender bulbs and rhizomes can ...