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Old 11-13-2012, 08:43 PM   #3 (permalink)
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Default Re: Should I dig up my ensete?

There's a few youtube videos on how to do it. It seems like the most important thing is to cut off the leaves, the roots, and let the entire clump dry out completely before storing it in a cool dry place.

They also talk about using sulfur around the roots to help prevent root rot which can kill an ensete over winter when they are supposed to be dormant. I failed to over-winter them last year, but I'm trying again with new plants.
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