Re: A. Konjac growing season : A Question (fwd)

From: Riley2362 at aol.com on 1997.09.03 at 00:44:34(1147) Dear Craig, My answer to your question about dormancy cycles in A. Konjac is a bit obtuse, but it has been my experience that one can "awaken" tubers, i.e. break dormancy in the spring with gentle bottom heat. I did this a number of times when I wanted bloom for a March flower show, I would give the tubers bottom heat beginning in early to mid January and it always prompted them into growth. Given their early season, they tended to go dormant a little earlier in the fall. What this might mean for your tuber which started late, is that it will remain in growth longer into the fall to complete its cycle. I have also had the experience that if dormant tubers are left too cool and dry in the spring, they will stay dormant longer which would be consistent with my first statement. My only "danger flag" is when a leaf begins to go dormant to stop all watering immediately or there is danger of rotting the tuber, regardless of the time of year. Hope this helps - Michael Riley

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