Originally Posted by cincinnana

You should not have a problem storing them in a container in a cool (65degree) environment leave the leaves on if you can and let the containers dry out somewhat.

I have mine(dc/sdc) in my basement along with many others, but they all have leaves still attached.A few other forum members will cut all leaves and just leave the new roller for the winter and they say it works well also.

Last year I cut all my leaves in half before I brought them in to save floorspace....but I think it did not really matter.
I did save floor space though.

Photo depicts plants lined up in yard and being prepared to brought in for the winter. I have the spring photos also of these plants and there is not much difference in the way they look.
Notice the cut leaves.

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This is an April photo. 5 months of being in the basement.
This pic is from the previous year.
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