Dahlia Processing, from Purchase to Frost and Beyond

Dahlias are some of the most beautiful flowers, used widely by florists for their great varieties and brilliant colors.

Whether you want to plant a garden full of these beauties, or just a few in containers, you will enjoy these classes. This is a 3-part series of classes designed to teach show attendees to successfully plant, maintain and process dahlias at the end of the season.

While not required to attend all three sessions, you will get the most out if you can attend each session as there will be hands-on demonstration in each.

Here’s what you’ll learn during Session 1:

• Detailed overview of dahlia processing and timeline for the dahlia growing season
• How to source the best dahlia tubers, and how to tell if they are viable
• Dividing tubers (demonstration)
• Preparing your garden beds
• Spacing, depth, pinching fertilizing, staking and watering for healthy, productive plants
• Strategies for pests and disease
• Receive a free tuber to pot and take home. (hands-on)

Here’s what you’ll take home:

• Session materials and resources lists
• A free dahlia tuber to take home

About the presenters

Dee Nutter has been growing dahlias for 10 years and is in her third year of volunteering at Rotary Gardens in the dahlia gardens. She plants about 70 dahlias per year in her own gardens. She enjoys making bouquets for her friends and family. She is also a member of the Badger State Dahlia Society.

Sheri Karow has been growing dahlia for 62 years (!) and plants 340-450 dahlias per year in her garden. Shis is a volunteer and member of Rotary Gardens and donates hundreds of dahlia tubers to Rotary Gardens and other non-profits each year. She is also a member of the Badger Dahlia Society. She is in her second year

Mary Story is a Rotary member and has been growing dahlias for 2 years. She plants about 40 dahlias per year in her gardens. She is member of a local garden club as well. She is in her second year of volunteering at Rotary Gardens.

Event details & cost

• Location: Rotary Botanical Gardens
• Date and Time: Tuesday, April 8, 6-7:30 p.m.
• Registration Cost: $5 for active RBG volunteers; $10 for RBG members; $15 for non-members

Online advance registration can be completed below. If you prefer to register offline, please download the registration form and follow the instructions.

Cancellations & Refunds

Classes cancelled due to low enrollment will be refunded automatically, and you will be notified by phone or email of the cancellation.

Questions?

Call Kim Lewis at (608) 314-8415 or email [email protected].