March-April is the best time to purchase dahlia planting material if you plan to decorate your site with these majestic flowers.
An expert of the online publication BelNovosti, agronomist, landscape designer Anastasia Kovrizhnykh told what to pay attention to in order to choose roots of the proper quality.
The expert advises not to chase cheapness.
Such offers are, of course, very attractive, but more often than not, instead of high-quality planting material, there is garbage hidden under the beautiful packaging.
Make sure that the tubers that make up the rhizome are smooth and firm.
In addition, you should try to feel the root collar through the bag right in the store.
Unfortunately, there are situations when the slightest pressure causes the root collar to literally crumble into dust. Needless to say, you won't get any sprouts from such a root?
What is also important: if you are planning to transport dahlia roots and it is below zero outside, take the time to wrap them in several layers of thick paper, because even high-quality planting material can freeze in the cold.
