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Canna

Canna X Generalis

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Overview

Canna x generalis, commonly known as Canna Lily, boasts lush, tropical foliage and bold, often multicolored flowers atop stems ranging 1.5-8 feet high. Thriving in full sun to partial shade, they require moist, well-drained soil. Hardy in USDA zones 7-10, Cannas are perennials in warmer climates and can be overwintered indoors in colder regions. Their vibrant presence ideally suits borders, containers, and water features, providing a splendid, eye-catching display.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, HighZones 7–11Climate Subtropical
Canna (Canna X Generalis) — commonly known as Canna Lily
Canna (Canna X Generalis) — Cannas are perennials in warmer climates and can be overwintered indoors in colder regionsCanna (Canna X Generalis) — Their vibrant presence ideally suits bordersCanna (Canna X Generalis) — is a striking ornamental plant that brings a splash of tropical flair to any landscape designCanna (Canna X Generalis) — commonly referred to as the canna lilyCanna (Canna X Generalis) — The leaves are large and paddle-shapedCanna (Canna X Generalis) — often multicolored flowers atop stems ranging 1.5-8 feet high+141

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Extra in Summer, High
USDA zones
7–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Cannaceae
Climate
Subtropical

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Canna (Canna X Generalis) — commonly known as Canna Lily
Canna (Canna X Generalis) — Cannas are perennials in warmer climates and can be overwintered indoors in colder regions
Canna (Canna X Generalis) — Their vibrant presence ideally suits borders
Canna (Canna X Generalis) — is a striking ornamental plant that brings a splash of tropical flair to any landscape design
Canna (Canna X Generalis) — commonly referred to as the canna lily
Canna (Canna X Generalis) — The leaves are large and paddle-shaped
Canna (Canna X Generalis) — often multicolored flowers atop stems ranging 1.5-8 feet high
Canna (Canna X Generalis) — tropical foliage and bold
Canna (Canna X Generalis) — Thriving in full sun to partial shade, they require moist, well-drained soil
Canna (Canna X Generalis) — each flower intricately spotted or speckled
Canna (Canna X Generalis) — often boasting hues of green to bronze and even variegated stripes
Canna (Canna X Generalis) — which make them a visual centerpiece in garden beds
Canna (Canna X Generalis) — They create a dense clump
Canna (Canna X Generalis) — typically reaching heights of 1.5 to 6 feet
Canna (Canna X Generalis) — with a spread of 1.5 to 3 feet.<br><br>Flowering from mid-summer to the first frost
Canna (Canna X Generalis) — the Canna produces blossoms in a palette of red
Canna (Canna X Generalis) — benefiting pollinators like hummingbirds and butterflies
Canna (Canna X Generalis) — making them an economical and enduring choice.<br><br>Note: Measurements provided are in imperial units
Canna (Canna X Generalis) — These robust perennials thrive in USDA hardiness zones 7 to 10, preferring full sun to partial shade
Canna (Canna X Generalis) — Cannas offer year-round interest due to their perennial nature
Canna (Canna X Generalis) — particularly during dry spells
Canna (Canna X Generalis) — perennial with red blooms
Canna (Canna X Generalis) — red flowers in the garden
Canna (Canna X Generalis) — Their rhizomatous root system enables easy propagation

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