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| HI there
I am just now getting around to planting my dahlias. It's been a strange season, with a major flood behind us, so the dahlias have been indoors sitting patiently. My question is: How deep should I plant the tubers if they have lllong eyes? Usually, at this time of year, they are just beginning to sprout, but this year they have taken off and some eyes are already sprouted to about 3 inches. Should I plant, with the tip closer to the surface, or plant them deeper so the eye must work its way up to the surface? Thanks!!! |
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- Posted by keriann_lakegeneva 5b (My Page) on Mon, May 17, 10 at 19:01
| I would plant as you normally would regardless of how long the eyes are. I have had good luck planting tubers 3" below the soil line. If there are any leaves that you will bury, I would pick them off, them may rot in the ground. Isn't planting the best part? : ) It totally makes my day! Keriann~ |
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