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How to store tulip bulbs during summer?

philly_gardener
14 years ago

Hi, I planted some tulip bulbs in fall 2006. So far they bloomed during spring 2007, 2008, and 2009. I don't know what varieties they are, they were gift to me.

Since they are really crowded, I digged up the bulbs after the leaves turned yellow. 1/3 of the bulbs are big, 2/3 of the bulbs are half of the size of the big ones.

How should I store them during summer? Philadelphia area can be hot and humid.

1. Should I wash the bulbs clean first? Will washing make them less likely to get moldy?

2. Should I keep them in hot and dry place, like in the garage?

3. Or should I keep them in the cooler and dry place, like the basement?

4. Or in the fridge?

Thank you!

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