Preparing canna lily rizones for winter storage

Question

Should the roots be cut off before storing the rizone’s in a paper bag in a closet?

Answer 1

You should leave those roots alone, and cut back the growth to only a few inches after it has died back. The storing process is not complicated if done correctly. This article will advise you on how to do so: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/canna/storing-canna-bulbs.htm