How to store plant bulbs for winter

Not all perennial bulbs are winter-hardy throughout the country. Some bulbs must be removed from their planting area and stored until the Spring. Does this Spark an idea?

Things You'll Need

  • mesh bags
  • gardening tools
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Instructions

    • 1

      Dig up the bulbs, clean and dry them.

    • 2

      Trim off all growth from the tops.

    • 3

      Place them in a mesh bag so there are plenty of air spaces between them.

    • 4

      Store in a dark cool place so it just above freezing. In the spring they will be ready for replanting.

Tips & Warnings

  • You may want to store the mesh bags inside of a sealed container to prevent the bulbs from being varmint food.

  • Do not stack bags of bulbs on top of each other.

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