How are the glad corms prepared for winter storage?
They should be spread in a dry place for 2-3 weeks to cure. After curing, break off the old shriveled corms and roots. Before storing, put the corms in a paper bag with 5% Sevin dust and shake well to control thrips. How are the other tender roots stored? The dahlias, cannas and tuberous begonia roots should be dried well but not to the point of shriveling. After curing place them in a large plastic bag without holes and tie securely. Many individuals will store them in vermiculite, peat or sand. Store in the coolest frost free place in the home (40-50 degrees is ideal). However they are stored, check occasionally to make sure that they aren’t getting moldy from being too wet or shriveling from being to dry. Don’t divide until next spring. Fall Care of Perennials When should the perennial flowers be cut back in the fall? Most of the perennials should not be cut back for the winter. Leaving the tops on until spring helps hold snow and protects the plants for the winter. Do we cut any of
