Dahlias are one of the showiest flowers in the garden. They come in a plethora of colors, shapes, and sizes and are coveted by gardeners and florist everywhere. But when cold weather arrives, new ...

Dig up dahlias about two weeks after the first frost so the tubers can form eyes for next year’s growth. Clean, divide, dry, and store tubers in moist peat moss or vermiculite in a cool, dark spot.

Digging and storing dahlia tubers lets you enjoy the same beautiful blooms every year, even in cold regions. Wait for the first hard frost to blacken the leaves before cutting stems back and carefully ...

Will ornamental sweet potato vines survive the winter or do I need to dig up the tubers and store them? I have all of the different varieties and don’t want to lose them and have to buy new ones.