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Preparing for Dormancy: Greenhouse Beats Fridge – Use Safer Brand Fungicide

Iowa grower with heated greenhouse (just above freezing) vs. fridge method: **Greenhouse is far better**. Fridge risks mold, desiccation, and temperature fluctuation.

Greenhouse Advantage

Stable 30s°F = perfect dormancy.
Natural photoperiod cues.
Less handling stress.

Fungicide

**Safer Brand Garden Fungicide** (sulfur-based) – spray before dormancy. Photo included in original answer.

More sun this year = explosive growth. Keep it up.

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