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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 7–11Type PerennialClimate Subtropical
Canna (Canna X Generalis) — the Canna produces blossoms in a palette of red; red flowers in the garden, image 145

Culture

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

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Perennial
Family
Cannaceae
Climate
Subtropical

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Canna (Canna X Generalis) — which make them a visual centerpiece in garden beds; their rhizomatous root system enables easy propagation, image 115
Canna (Canna X Generalis) — with a spread of 1.5 to 3 feet.<br><br>Flowering from mid-summer to the first frost; benefiting pollinators like hummingbirds and
Canna (Canna X Generalis) — commonly referred to as the canna lily; commonly known as Canna Lily, image 86
Canna (Canna X Generalis) — They create a dense clump; often multicolored flowers atop stems ranging 1.5-8 feet high, image 64
Canna (Canna X Generalis) — benefiting pollinators like hummingbirds and butterflies; they create a dense clump
Canna (Canna X Generalis) — commonly known as Canna Lily; thriving in full sun to partial shade, they require moist, well-drained soil
Canna (Canna X Generalis) — the Canna produces blossoms in a palette of red; red flowers in the garden, image 119
Canna (Canna X Generalis) — particularly during dry spells
Canna (Canna X Generalis) — The leaves are large and paddle-shaped; commonly referred to as the canna lily, image 113
Canna (Canna X Generalis) — Their rhizomatous root system enables easy propagation; cannas offer year-round interest due to their perennial nature
Canna (Canna X Generalis) — They create a dense clump
Canna (Canna X Generalis) — Their rhizomatous root system enables easy propagation; cannas offer year-round interest due to their perennial nature, image 74
Canna (Canna X Generalis) — perennial with red blooms
Canna (Canna X Generalis) — commonly referred to as the canna lily; commonly known as Canna Lily, image 138
Canna (Canna X Generalis) — tropical foliage and bold; which make them a visual centerpiece in garden beds, image 54
Canna (Canna X Generalis) — often multicolored flowers atop stems ranging 1.5-8 feet high
Canna (Canna X Generalis) — with a spread of 1.5 to 3 feet.<br><br>Flowering from mid-summer to the first frost; benefiting pollinators like, image 144
Canna (Canna X Generalis) — tropical foliage and bold; which make them a visual centerpiece in garden beds, image 80
Canna (Canna X Generalis) — Their rhizomatous root system enables easy propagation; cannas offer year-round interest due to their perennial nature, image 126
Canna (Canna X Generalis) — Their vibrant presence ideally suits borders; typically reaching heights of 1.5 to 6 feet, image 136
Canna (Canna X Generalis) — perennial with red blooms; each flower intricately spotted or speckled
Canna (Canna X Generalis) — perennial for full or half; making them an economical and enduring choice.<br><br>Note: Measurements provided are in, image 78
Canna (Canna X Generalis) — They create a dense clump; often multicolored flowers atop stems ranging 1.5-8 feet high
Canna (Canna X Generalis) — Cannas offer year-round interest due to their perennial nature; with a spread of 1.5 to 3 feet.<br><br>Flowering from mid-summer to
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