Gardening > BulbsNovember 06, 2007

Overwintering Bulbs, Tubers, and Rhizomes

Many plants store energy for next year's growth in tubers and rhizomes. The following plants can be stored over the winter in the same manner:
  • Dahlia
  • Elephant's Ear
  • Ornamental Sweet Potato
  • Taro
  • Tuberous begonia
Gather Tubers, Bulbs, and Rhizomes. Dig them up with a fork, taking care not to puncture. Choose several large, undamaged tubers, bulbs, or rhizomes for storage.

Store well. Allow to air dry in a shaded, sheltered area for a few hours. Then brush off excess soil and store in a box or mesh bag between layers of peat moss. Place the box/bag in a dark, cool (45-50 degrees F), well-ventilated place.

Check in. Examine once a month and discard any rotting tubers, bulbs, or rhizomes.

By Mythi from Silverdale WA

Editor's Note: This information is from Organic Gardening and can be accessed directly here:

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