Any Risk To Dahlia Or Mirabilis Tubers Of Early Removal (before Frost) For Winter Storage?

I’d normally wait till first frost but schedule is a mess so may need to do v soon. Any risk to the plants of an early removal for winter greenhouse storage? Thank you

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#1 Comment By BushDoctor On 09/14/2020 @ 10:38 am

As long as the plant has died off for the year, there will be no harm. If the plant is still living, then doing so will disrupt the natural cycle.

Here is an article that will help you to store these properly:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/dahlia/storing-dahlia-tubers.htm ^[1]

#2 Comment By DryinEssex On 09/15/2020 @ 1:41 pm

Thanks for this info. I'll have to hold off for a few weeks to let it finish its normal cycle.

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