How to store plant bulbs for winter

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By reedalexander
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Not all perennial bulbs are winter-hardy throughout the country. Some bulbs must be removed from their planting area and stored until the Spring.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Step 1

Dig up the bulbs, clean and dry them.
Step 2

Trim off all growth from the tops.
Step 3

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