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Originally Posted by saltydad
For those of us who are trying their first bare root banana winter, some questions. After digging, removing the dirt and leaves from the p-stem, should the plant be left outside to dry for a given amount of time before bringing it in? Once inside, should it be laying down, propped up at an angle, or straight up? Should the corm ever be misted throughout the winter? Should I shake some fungicide on the corms? Any other advice would be GREATLY appreciated, as previously I've potted up my nanas for the winter, and this is new for me. Thanks!
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Howard, I just dug up 2 IC at Mike's house last wkend. My 2nd time doing this. Get as much soil off as you can & drag it in garage or lay out to dry. Last time I layed it down & covered it for winter. This time they are standing in corner of garage. Laying down - standing, doesn't matter. DO NOT mist them or they will rot. I know it sounds weird, but they are better staying dry. Also, I only cut half of the newest/top leaf off to give it a better start in spring. Just something to absorb a little sun to get it started.