Re: Storing Rhizomes
- To: Multiple recipients of list <i*@rt66.com>
- Subject: Re: Storing Rhizomes
- From: l*@juno.com
- Date: Tue, 29 Jul 1997 14:45:11 -0600 (MDT)
On Fri, 25 Jul 1997 22:11:38 -0600 (MDT) starlord@muskrat.com (Slc.dennis
Bishop) writes:
>M > Do NOT store rhizomes in the fridge. While it is cool, it is
>M > also humid and will cause mold and rot.
>
> WRONG!!! A frig removes water vapor from the cold air,
> <snip>
I think it depends on the type of refrigerator. For example, my new
refrigerator has controls that allow you to ADD moisture to the fruit and
veggie bins. Not all models do this, but I would not store rhizomes in
this veggie bin.
Lynn Woosley
Marietta, GA
USDA Zone 8
