Dig, Divide, & Master Winter Storage: A Hands-On Dahlia Workshop
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Hosted by Berry Island Dahlia Farm and instructed by Jim Palmisciano, Owner & Member of the Rhode Island Dahlia Society
Don’t Let Winter Take Your Dahlia Tubers!
Ever wonder how to safely transition your stunning summer dahlia blooms into next year’s prize-winning garden? Join us for an intimate, hands-on masterclass designed to take the guesswork out of lifting, health screening, dividing, and overwintering your tubers like a pro.
Whether you’re a home gardener looking to protect a few cherished plants or an expanding flower enthusiast, you’ll learn proven field techniques and cold-storage methods directly from a local grower and Rhode Island Dahlia Society member.
What You’ll Learn & Do
• Lifting & Sanitation Mechanics: Timing the frost, safe digging tools, and step-by-step stalk prep.
• Health Screening Lab: Spotting crown gall, rotten tissue, broken necks, and when to discard the mother tuber.
• The Dividing Debate: Pros and cons of fall dividing vs. spring dividing, plus eye identification demos.
• Storage Methods Explored: The truth about plastic wrap, paraffin wax, paper bags, and coarse vermiculite.
• Guided Hands-On Practice: Labeling, inspecting, and packing tubers for winter dormancy.
What’s Included in Your Ticket
Every participant leaves with a complete winter storage starter kit to kickstart their season:
• 1 Clear Latching Storage Container (6.5-quart plastic with holes drilled in cover)
• Coarse Vermiculite (pre-measured for optimal moisture control)
• 2–3 Healthy Berry Island Dahlia Tubers to pack and store
• Waterproof Tuber Marking Pen
• Winter Storage Care Sheet & Monitoring Log
Event Details
• When: Saturday, October 24th| 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM (2 Hours)
• Where: Hosted at Berry Island Soap Company, 215 Shady Lea Road, North Kingstown, RI, Suite 205
• Ticket Price: $75 per person (Includes workshop instruction, light refreshments, and complete take-home kit)
Class Size: Limited to 15 attendees for direct, personalized instruction. Minimum class size of 10 required.
Reserve Your Spot Today!
Space is strictly limited to ensure a hands-on learning experience for every attendee. Reach out to me to reserve your spot, and I will share Venmo link for payment once we reach minimum class size.
You can always email me at [email protected] or FB Message
Bring your favorite pair of pruners and garden gloves—we’ll supply the rest!
Don’t Let Winter Take Your Dahlia Tubers!
Ever wonder how to safely transition your stunning summer dahlia blooms into next year’s prize-winning garden? Join us for an intimate, hands-on masterclass designed to take the guesswork out of lifting, health screening, dividing, and overwintering your tubers like a pro.
Whether you’re a home gardener looking to protect a few cherished plants or an expanding flower enthusiast, you’ll learn proven field techniques and cold-storage methods directly from a local grower and Rhode Island Dahlia Society member.
What You’ll Learn & Do
• Lifting & Sanitation Mechanics: Timing the frost, safe digging tools, and step-by-step stalk prep.
• Health Screening Lab: Spotting crown gall, rotten tissue, broken necks, and when to discard the mother tuber.
• The Dividing Debate: Pros and cons of fall dividing vs. spring dividing, plus eye identification demos.
• Storage Methods Explored: The truth about plastic wrap, paraffin wax, paper bags, and coarse vermiculite.
• Guided Hands-On Practice: Labeling, inspecting, and packing tubers for winter dormancy.
What’s Included in Your Ticket
Every participant leaves with a complete winter storage starter kit to kickstart their season:
• 1 Clear Latching Storage Container (6.5-quart plastic with holes drilled in cover)
• Coarse Vermiculite (pre-measured for optimal moisture control)
• 2–3 Healthy Berry Island Dahlia Tubers to pack and store
• Waterproof Tuber Marking Pen
• Winter Storage Care Sheet & Monitoring Log
Event Details
• When: Saturday, October 24th| 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM (2 Hours)
• Where: Hosted at Berry Island Soap Company, 215 Shady Lea Road, North Kingstown, RI, Suite 205
• Ticket Price: $75 per person (Includes workshop instruction, light refreshments, and complete take-home kit)
Class Size: Limited to 15 attendees for direct, personalized instruction. Minimum class size of 10 required.
Reserve Your Spot Today!
Space is strictly limited to ensure a hands-on learning experience for every attendee. Reach out to me to reserve your spot, and I will share Venmo link for payment once we reach minimum class size.
You can always email me at [email protected] or FB Message
Bring your favorite pair of pruners and garden gloves—we’ll supply the rest!
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Where is it happening?
215 Shady Lea Road, North Kingstown, RI, Suite 205, United States
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