Canna generalis
canna lily
Flower Colors
Description
Vigorous, upright, clump-forming perennial to 1.8m, producing large leaves and spikes of exotic-looking yellow flowers in summer and autumn. A good plant for a tropical border
Mature Height
2.5m
Mature Spread
1m
Plant Characteristics
Foliage
Deciduous
Growth Habit
Clumping
Growth Speed
Fast · 0.7 m/yr
Soil Texture
ChalkClayLoamSand
Soil pH
AcidAlkalineNeutral
Soil Moisture
Moist but well-drained
Hardiness (RHS)
H5
Hardiness (USDA)
Zones 8-11
Flowering Season
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Key Features
ArchitecturalCity and courtyard gardensCottage and informal gardenPatio and container plantsSub-tropicalConservatory and greenhouseFlower borders and bedsWall side borders