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Nov 6, 2013 6:35 PM CST
Name: Rick R.
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>>> There are little "wheat" like bulbs and some are greening.

Just wondering, do you meant the tiny bulbs are turning somewhat green, or are they growing green leaves?

Over your growing period, I am sure you realize that you will need to fertilize the peat/vermiculite mix.

>>> My question is when they go back to cold---should they be encouraged to go dormant first? Or do I just place them out in the cold as they will be?

Yes, encourage them first. If you have the ability to move them to 45-50F (7-10C) for two (or more) weeks and still with light, that would be best. If not, then put them in the fridge every night for at least 8 hours, increasing the time to 12 hours by the end of 2-3 weeks. The transfer to potting mix and liter containers should be done after this, and before putting outside in a protected, no direct sun location, with insulation covering to moderate temperature swings. Water very sparingly, remembering there will be a lot more natural condensation of free water as temps are reduced.
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