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Subject: Arisamea bulb storage
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I'd appreciate getting some advice about handling Arisaema. bulbs.  I hav=e a
variety of bulbs that I'm trying to decide how best to store before
planting. I know that most do not tolerate a wet winter and so have sever=al
options.  I live in Zone 7, Atlanta, with mild, wet winters.

1.      Plant them now and cover to prevent rain from keeping the soil we=t.
The only problem now is that the soil is damp from recent rains so I woul=d
need to wait until the soil dried somewhat before planting.

2.      Store them in paper bags in the basement until spring.

3.      Store them in the refrigerator in paper bags.  I have a small
refrigerator in the basement but storage would be cramped.

4.      Plant them in slightly damp soil in pots and keep the pots in the
basement.  I've always considered this a rather tricky approach of keepin=g
the soil damp but not too wet so as to prevent rot.  Or, keep the soil dr=y.

Thanks for your help
David