Cannas (Canna Lilies)
Indian Shots, Indian Shot Plants (Canna)
Often grown for their dramatic foliage - large banana-like leaves - Cannas provide a strong ornamental interest and immediately give a touch of the tropics in the garden. Ranging from 2-8 ft. tall (60- 240 cm), they bloom from mid-summer to fall in a warm array of colors varying from red, orange, and yellow to pink or cream.
- Flowers last only a day or two but are generally quickly replaced.
- The foliage of large paddle-shaped leaves may be striped or variegated and exists in shades of green or bronze.
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- Perform best in full sun in organically rich, moist, and well-drained soils.
- Canna Lilies look their best when massed along walls or hedges or in garden beds where they proudly stand out. Spectacular on a patio, they are well suited to container growing.
- Very sensitive to frost, there are tender perennials that are only hardy to zones 8-11. Therefore, in cooler areas, their bulb will have to be dug up before the first frost and stored indoors over the winter in a dry place before being replanted in spring.
- Cannas are largely free of pests but in the USA, special care has to be provided to protect their leaves from the damage eventually caused by the Canna Leaf Roller. Keep an eye out for Japanese beetles, caterpillars, slugs, and snails which may chew on the foliage.
- Deadhead Cannas throughout the growing season to keep them blooming for as long as possible.
Learn How To Plant, Care and Grow Splendid Canna Lilies
Cannas are flamboyant tender perennials that provide a strong ornamental interest and immediately give a touch of the tropics in the garden or containers. Impossibly exotic, they bloom prolifically from midsummer to the first frost. Easy to grow, they stand proud and bold - provided some basic rules are respected.
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Guide Information
Hardiness |
3 - 11
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Heat Zones |
1 - 11
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Climate Zones | 6, 7, 8, 9, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, H1, H2 |
Plant Type | Bulbs, Perennials |
Plant Family | Canna - Canna Lilies |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest |
Summer Fall |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Average |
Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy |
Tolerance | Deer, Rabbit |
Attracts | Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
Landscaping Ideas | Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers |
Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage, Mediterranean Garden, Traditional Garden |
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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Guide Information
Hardiness |
3 - 11
|
---|---|
Heat Zones |
1 - 11
|
Climate Zones | 6, 7, 8, 9, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, H1, H2 |
Plant Type | Bulbs, Perennials |
Plant Family | Canna - Canna Lilies |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest |
Summer Fall |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Average |
Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy |
Tolerance | Deer, Rabbit |
Attracts | Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
Landscaping Ideas | Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers |
Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage, Mediterranean Garden, Traditional Garden |
Compare All Canna - Canna Lilies Great Plant Combination
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