of leaving five and this is much better for the bulbs. Morning is the best time to cut. 
After blooming, bulbs mature in four to six weeks and can then be dug. Tops 
should be cut off close to the bulb and the bulbs spread out in low boxes where 
air can move around them. Dry as quickly as you can and in about three to four 
weeks, the old bulb should come off easily. Be sure to burn the old dried out 
bulbs and roots, do not leave them lying around. 
Bulbs should now be in good shape, kept in the proper temperature, until 
planting time rolls around again. 
Caution: Lysol, N. I. Ceresan and Bichloride of Mercury are POISON, 
Handle and store with care. 
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