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How to help tropical plants survive the winter blues

Dreaming of a beach vacation? My guess is you're picturing a palm tree. Fantasizing about life on a remote island? You're probably envisioning a walk among birds of paradise, cannas and bananas.
Gardeners who prize dahlias, cannas and gladiolus are faced with a choice: buy new every year, or dig them up, store them ...
As the temperatures drop in October, in many climates, it is time to start thinking about protecting your more tender plants. This includes lifting tender tubers and bulbs, bringing warmth-loving ...