Canna Lily
Canna indica
Cannaceae · Perennial
Canna Lilies are striking plants known for their bold, colorful flowers and often dramatic, paddle-shaped foliage. They bring a strong tropical presence to garden beds and thrive in warm, sunny conditions.
- · Prefers full sun and consistently moist soil for best performance.
- · Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming.
- · Lift rhizomes in colder zones for winter storage or mulch heavily.
At a glance
- Growing zones: 7-11
- Sun: Full sun
- Water: Moderate to High
- Maintenance: Low-moderate
- Type: Perennial
- Mature size: 3-6 ft tall · 2-3 ft wide
- Bloom season: Summer to fall · Red, orange, yellow, pink, variegated
- Pollinator friendly: Yes
- Container suitable: Yes
- Cold tolerance: Hardy to 10F
- Heat tolerance: Excellent
- Soil: Rich, moist, well-drained
- Growth rate: Fast
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