LEAF CHECKS

Make sure to inspect your leaves and remove any plants that show signs of a virus. There are plenty of helpful guides available on identifying plant deficiencies and how to address them. If you think your plants could use some extra care, refer to a plant guide to create a treatment plan. Over time, you'll get to know your plants better, understanding their needs or recognizing when it's time to replace them with new ones.

https://www.permablitz.net/articles/identifying-plant-nutrient-deficiencies/

VIRUS PRECAUTIONS

Viruses are in a continuous state of evolution, and the ADS is working to understand and improve the health of our dahlias. In the interim, it’s crucial to select the healthiest plant stock available and to educate yourself about virus, including how to identify unhealthy plants.

https://www.dahlia.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/January-Bulletin-Virus-Article.pdf

Cuttings take up space! When you decide to start, plan ahead for where you’ll store them until it’s safe to plant them outside. Two key factors in setting up a space for cuttings are providing plenty of light and maintaining cool temperatures. The warmth used to encourage rooting is too high for long-term growth. If you need to keep your cuttings for a while before planting, keeping them in a cool, well-lit environment will help prevent legginess.