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elephant ears not going dormant

20 years ago

Hi,

I am in zone 6. We have had a very unusual fall here. We have yet to have a killing frost or hard freeze. Two weekends ago I dug up my elephant ear bulbs for the winter and have them on a tray to dry. They are now sprouting new growth from the necks. I am looking for suggestions on what to do now. Should I pot them up for the winter inside, or put them out in the potting shed and hope they go dormant. I have never run into this situation before, help!!!!!! Thanks in advance if you have any suggestions.

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calistoga_al ca 15 usda 9
20 years ago
You dug them too early. They are a tropical plant that would not go dormant except for the cold temperatures. Keep them in a cold dry area, not freezing but close to it. If you keep them both wet and cold they will rot. Al
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