Dahlias - Ask Extension
I live in Minneapolis and want to know when I should dig up my dahlias? I’ve already cut them back.
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Dahlias #889986
Asked November 18, 2024, 10:51 AM EST
I live in Minneapolis and want to know when I should dig up my dahlias? I’ve already cut them back.
Hennepin County Minnesota
Expert Response
Thank you for reaching out to ask2.extension.
I would dig them now before the ground freezes.
Remove the soil from the tubers by hand. Let the tubers dry upside down for a few weeks. Store the tubers in trays or boxes filled with dry sand, compost, or soil, leaving the flower stalks exposed. Place the trays in a cool, frost-free location, such as a shed or garage. Make sure they stay dry and have good air circulation.
Good luck!