Canna X generalis (assorted varieties)
Canna, Canna Lily
Description
These lilies will grow anywhere from about 2'-5' tall and have large dark green or bronzy green leaves that look like banana leaves. Exotic looking flowers in purple, red or lavender bloom in summer. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooming. Canna Lily prefers full sun and a medium amount of watering, more in hot summer areas. It tolerates coastal conditions and wet areas.
Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb
Height Range
1-3', 3-6'
Flower Color
Lavender, Purple, Red, Violet
Flower Season
Summer
Leaf Color
Bronze, Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Medium, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Moist
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Mediterranean, Ranch, Seascape, Spanish, Tropical, Water Garden, Woodland
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Summer
Location Uses
Entry, Perennial Border, Indoor, Patio, Swimming Pool, Walkways
Special Uses
Container, Cut Flowers, Mass Planting, Fire Resistant
Attracts Wildlife
Hummingbirds
Water Saving Tip:
Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.