Normally we leave our gladdies in the ground. However a row need moving this winter to make way for a new raised bed. To prepare these for winter is quite a simple process.
After lifting, rub off any small bulbils if present and save if required. These can be planted in an out of the way nursery bed if wanted and will produce flowering corms in about 3 years. After removing them, you will see the old corm attached to the bottom of the new corm . This should be pulled off and composted as shown in the top picture.. Now you can cut the stem down to 4-6 inches and store the bulb in a cool but frost free place to dry out, ready for planting out in the spring.
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