Desperate for help with Lily of the Valley!!

Melissa Jackson, TN(Zone 7a) Aug 28, 2001

I just got a box full of rhizomes for Lily of the Valley. Looks like one huge mass of roots. What and how do I plant these? Do I plant now or refrigorate? How deep do I plant these "roots"? HELP! HELP! PLEASE!!!!!!!!!

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JanetR Ottawa, ON(Zone 4a) Aug 30, 2001

Good time to plant is the beginning of the fall. They like full shade and lots of humus. I forget the exact depth, but you don't want to put them down too far. Do make sure they won't get exposed.

More expert advice is welcome.

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Melissa Jackson, TN(Zone 7a) Aug 30, 2001

What do I do with them until then? Put 'em in the frig.?

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mark Antrim, Northern Ire, United Kingdom(Zone 8b) Aug 30, 2001

put them in now. bulbs, corms etc don't like being dried out even though gardens centres will soon mave 100s of varieties in stock. putting them in now also helps them get rehydrated and to grow a good set of roots before the winter chills come.

Mark

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Melissa Jackson, TN(Zone 7a) Aug 30, 2001

Thanks, Mark! I'm glad you said that because that is exactly what I did! :-) Your are an angel!

Melissa

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