Had the first hard frost a couple weeks ago. I did some research and am getting conflicting advice on when to cut down vs dig up the tubers.
Some sources recommend cutting down stalks, waiting for the tubers to go dormant, then digging up 1-2 weeks later.
Other sources recommend cutting down and digging up at the same time, citing concerns of rain going down the hollow stalks and rotting the tubers.
The stalks are still firm and slightly green, though the leaves have long shriveled. There have been a few frosts but the temperature hasnt dipped below 28. Should i cut down, dig later? Or dig now?
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