
February 4, 2011
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Size:Â Stems grow 2 to 3 feet tall
Sunlight requirements:Â Best in full sun
Water requirements: One to three times a week
Soil requirements: Moist, well-drained soil with a pH of 5.5 to 7.0
When to plant:Â After date of the last frost or six to eight weeks before the first frost
Where to plant:Â Garden area with full sun exposure
When to harvest:Â When bulbs are no more than 3 inches across
Produce storage:Â Wrap bulbs in plastic, and store in a cool place