Storing cannas and callas

Frost finally killed my tender bulb foliage and I have dug up the callas and cannas. What is the best method for storing them?

Dry and frost free. Try an open flat surface with some moisture vicking material such as wood bedding (for rabbits) or vermiculite etc.

Thanks. What is the best temperature for storage?

I keep mine in a cool place, but above freezing and they store well.

My garage stays in the 40 to 55 range all winter. That is where I store my dahlias and it sound like it will be perfect for the cannas and callas too. Thank you.

Our garage and basement are heated so what I do is store callas, canna, dahlias, begonia, and ee's in my crispers. We have a spare fridge. Those and my main fridge, which is huge are full. My husband is so tired of it, I think I'm getting a root cellar for next year.

Oh, you are tricky. LOL

He's tired of me overwintering tropicals in the garage too. Most of which die only for me to replace them in the spring. I'm seeing that greenhouse coming shortly too. We built our house and are now getting around to the landscape and "extras". I'm adding about 300 feet of beds and borders this spring. He'll love that too! LOL

When he has everything just the way you want it, ship him to my place. I could use some help. LOL

You're on! But this is only the beginning. We've got about 5 acres of which 2-3 are cleared. I'm picturing the whole thing gardens. Obviously, we're on a five year plan. Oh my aching back!

You plan to do all that in 5 years? You are one wild and crazy gardener! I bet you are under 40 too. LOL

43. But this is my first love and my husband understands this. He actually asks me occasionally what a plants name is or if I'd add a particular specimen to the garden. He's got a backhoe and helps me out with whatever I need. I think I'll keep him around for a while.

He has a backhoe!! He is definitely a keeper. You might get it all done in 5 years after all. LOL

Smart woman, there, angelica1! Mine didn't have a tractor when we got married (nearly 20 years ago) , but he did mention acquiring one in the future...and I'm thrilled to say that the future was -- 2 weeks ago! ... I'm going to try your style of tactics about the greenhouse acquisition - going to try raising 100 tomatoe transplants in our bathroom and bedroom this winter/spring - even if the experiment isn't successful, plant wise, it should sure be entertaining, marriage wise! You are an inspiration :-)

When is the best time to dig cannas that are over crowded? They survive our winters but have gotten out of control and need a new home.

raggins,
looks like i'd better try answering your question. I'm zone 8a - 8b, haven't tried any in the ground yet but will do, some are supposed to be hardy to that with good mulching, I'm just waiting for the space to get dug by my personal handyman.
I overwinter mine at the moment in their large pots grown in a cold greenhouse and most survive well. The time to divide is when they start shooting in spring, when in growth the roots will re-establish quickly. Although mine would be put back in the greenhouse until frost danger past, mostly towards June.
Cannas can be transplanted anytime when in growth so if you are replanting in the ground it may be best to wait a little longer, or you could put some divisions in pots to get a good head start and establish themselves first, then into the ground. most tenderish plants here would need to be planted in the ground by mid July to August at latest to give time to establish before winter. Hope this has helped you