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Dahlias Year-Round: a workshop series

 

 

Hello, dahlia enthusiasts!  Join Dooryard Dahlias and our collaborators at Merryspring Nature Center for this 4-part workshop series.  Over 4 sessions, participants will learn how to care for dahlias throughout the year, from spring planting to winter tuber storage and everything in between.  Topics will include: 

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• Winter: waking up your tubers; rooting dahlia shoots; starting dahlias from seed

  • An overview of dahlias followed by a workshop on rooting shoots (a great way to increase your plant stock!).  Participants will take home their own rooted cutting.

• Spring: planting; staking; pinching; scouting and early season plant care

  • In addition to the basics of planting and staking, learn how to pinch your young dahlia plants to get more blooms and how to scout for pests. 

• Summer: harvesting and handling dahlia blooms; deadheading; late season plant care

  • Learn when & how to harvest blooms to maximize vase life, encourage longer stems, and keep your plants blooming.  Exclusive opportunity to pick your own bouquet at the Dooryard Dahlia field!

• Fall: lifting and dividing dahlia tubers; storing tubers over winter; seed saving

  • Demystify tuber dividing and learn how to store your tubers for next year. Learn how to save seed so you can grow your own unique dahlias.

 

WHEN:    Friday, April 18 @ Merryspring, 2-4PM

  Fridays, May 23, September 19 & October 17 @ Dooryard Farm, 3-4PM

 

WHERE:  Merryspring Nature Center and Dooryard Farm

• Winter session meets at Merryspring, 30 Conway Road, Camden.  Meet at the office. 

• Spring, Summer & Fall sessions meet at Dooryard Farm, 238 Mechanic St, Camden.  Meet at the farmstand. 

 

WHO:       This workshop series is geared towards dahlia growers and would-be growers with minimal experience, but also open to more experienced dahlia enthusiasts.  There will be something for everyone!

 

COST:  $125  

Space is limited. Reserve your spot today!  Register here.

A portion of proceeds will be donated to Merryspring Nature Center.

Refunds: If you need to cancel, please notify us by email no later than April 4, and we will refund your tuition minus a $25 non-refundable deposit.  Cancellations after April 4 will not be refunded.  Thanks for understanding.