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Thinning and storing irises and heirlooms
I have some iris plants that need thinning. Can I store them until next fall? I also have some Heirloom Harlequin bulbs. Can I store them until next fall?
Posted by Dianne Vandell on June 2, 2014
Marianne's Response
Yes, you can dig and separate your spring blooming bulbs and tubers now and store them in a cool dry location. Do not let them dry out completely over the summer by letting them sit in a few inches of soil inside a container. A basement or shed would be a good storage location. In the fall you can replant the bulbs for a fresh start. Keep growing, Marianne Binetti
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