Azalea/Rhododendron -- Winter Protection
An anti-desicant can be used to help prevent winter drying. Read and follow all directions to the letter. Most are a "waxy" substance that can break down quickly during winter's thaws necessitating reapplication. ... [... more]
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Cannas -- Winter Storage
After cannas have been damaged by a killing frost, cut the tops off within two or three inches of the soil. Dig the tuberous roots with a spading fork taking care not to damage the fleshy root system. Dry in a frost ... [... more]
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Tuberous Begonia -- Winter Storage
Store tubers in cardboard boxes between layers of vermiculite, peat moss, sawdust or wood shavings. Place a 2 to 3 inch layer of material in the box and then a layer of the tuberous begonias. Cover lightly with ... [... more]
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Dahlia -- Winter Storage
After a light frost, cut dahlias to 4 to 6 inches above the soil. Dig tubers carefully with a spade or spading fork, taking care not to damage the fleshy root system. Keep as much of the soil attached as possible. ... [... more]
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Caladium -- Winter Storage
Dig tubers before a frost and store in a warm location for a week or two. Store tubers in cardboard boxes between layers of vermiculite, peat moss, sawdust or wood shavings. Place a 2- to 3-inch layer of material in ... [... more]
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Tuberoses -- Winter Storage
After a light frost, cut tuberoses back to 4 to 6 inches above the soil. Dig tubers carefully with a spade or spading fork, taking care not to damage the fleshy root system. Keep as much of the soil attached as ... [... more]
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