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Canna lilies (Canna)
Canna lilies are a small but widely cultivated group of flowering plants that are not true lillies at all. Found mostly in tropical regions, canna lilies are very common ornamentals, with several varieties bred to accentuate their large, showy flowers. The seeds of canna lilies are utilized in traditional jewelry and musical instruments.
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Herb/Vine
Key Facts About Canna lilies
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Attributes of Canna lilies
Plant Height
30 cm to 2.5 m
Spread
30 cm to 1.8 m
Flower Size
8 cm to 15 cm
Leaf type
Semi-evergreen
Ideal Temperature
15 - 38 ℃
Scientific Classification of Canna lilies
Distribution of Canna lilies
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Distribution Map of Canna lilies
Native
Cultivated
Invasive
Potentially invasive
Exotic
No species reported
How to Grow and Care for Canna lilies
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Canna lilies is a striking and vibrant plant genus requiring basic care and attentiveness to thrive. Its Basic Care Needs include full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil; it thrives in warm, tropical conditions. Common Challenges encompass leaf rollers and fungal diseases such as rust and blight. Seasonal Considerations dictate that canna lilies should be planted in early spring, and northern gardeners need to dig up their bulbs before the first frost in Autumn. Overall, attentive care and seasonal diligence will ensure a healthy canna lilies garden.
How to Water Canna lilies?
What Are the Sunlight Requirements for Canna lilies?
How to Propagate Canna lilies?
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8 most common species：
Indian shot
Despite its name, indian shot is a flowering perennial plant native to Central and South America. It has been naturalized in other parts of the world and has become a popular garden plant known for its large decorative leaves, fiery red blooms, and ease of cultivation. It is a traditional minor food for indigenous peoples of the Americas.
Bandana-of-the-everglades
The bandana-of-the-everglades, a hermaphrodite water plant, was the parent of several early hybridized Italian Group cannas. It features magnificent golden-yellow flowers that are aromatic and attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. Skipper caterpillars are attracted to this easy-to-propagate aquatic wildflower.
Maraca amarilla
Native to the wetlands of tropical America and naturalized across Asia, the Canna glauca produces gladiolus-like flower spikes in the summer. Its flowers can be red, salmon pink, yellow or burnt orange, on top of tall, erect stems. The maraca amarilla can't grow in the shade and also requires moist soil.
Orchid canna
The Canna orchioides is a large subtropical and tropical perennial herb with flat, alternate leaves that are usually solid green. Its flowers are asymmetric and usually red, orange, yellow or a combination of these colors. The wild species of this plant normally grows to at least 2 to 3 m tall. The starchy root of the orchid canna is edible.
Canna lily
The garden canna lily is a perennial with large and colorful flowers. It is generally found growing in lakes and along roadsides. It’s often the Brazilian skipper’s larval host, but it also attracts other pollinators. Its common name comes from “Kanna” in Greek which means "reed-like."
Canna lilies 'President'
Canna lilies 'President' is a striking hybrid with broad, tropical foliage and vibrant, fiery red flowers that bloom atop tall stems. This robust variety thrives in the warm embrace of sun-drenched environments, drawing eyes with its height and radiance. Canna lilies 'President''s blossoms are a magnet for hummingbirds, embodying a lush, exotic appeal that enlivens any garden space.
Canna lilies 'Cannova Rose'
The canna lilies 'Cannova Rose' stands out with its lush rose-pink blossoms, resembling irises, perched atop tall stalks that rise from broad, banana-like leaves. This striking hybrid thrives in warm climates and demands ample sunlight to fuel its vibrant floral display. Its robustness allows it to adapt well to both garden beds and containers, bringing a tropical flair to diverse landscapes.
Canna lilies 'Yellow'
Canna lilies 'Yellow' boasts vibrant yellow flowers that serve as its most striking feature, casting a warm, tropical aura. Its broad, lance-shaped leaves perch on tall stalks, providing a lush backdrop for the showy blossoms. Ideally thriving in moist, nutrition-rich soil, canna lilies 'Yellow' flourishes under full sun, embodying the essence of summer gardens. This herbaceous perennial is not only visually compelling but also robust, adapting well to various conditions, though it favors warmer climates.
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Indian shot
Indian shot
Despite its name, indian shot is a flowering perennial plant native to Central and South America. It has been naturalized in other parts of the world and has become a popular garden plant known for its large decorative leaves, fiery red blooms, and ease of cultivation. It is a traditional minor food for indigenous peoples of the Americas.
Bandana-of-the-everglades
Bandana-of-the-everglades
The bandana-of-the-everglades, a hermaphrodite water plant, was the parent of several early hybridized Italian Group cannas. It features magnificent golden-yellow flowers that are aromatic and attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. Skipper caterpillars are attracted to this easy-to-propagate aquatic wildflower.
Maraca amarilla
Maraca amarilla
Native to the wetlands of tropical America and naturalized across Asia, the Canna glauca produces gladiolus-like flower spikes in the summer. Its flowers can be red, salmon pink, yellow or burnt orange, on top of tall, erect stems. The maraca amarilla can't grow in the shade and also requires moist soil.
Orchid canna
Orchid canna
The Canna orchioides is a large subtropical and tropical perennial herb with flat, alternate leaves that are usually solid green. Its flowers are asymmetric and usually red, orange, yellow or a combination of these colors. The wild species of this plant normally grows to at least 2 to 3 m tall. The starchy root of the orchid canna is edible.
Canna lily
Canna lily
The garden canna lily is a perennial with large and colorful flowers. It is generally found growing in lakes and along roadsides. It’s often the Brazilian skipper’s larval host, but it also attracts other pollinators. Its common name comes from “Kanna” in Greek which means "reed-like."
Canna lilies 'President'
Canna lilies 'President'
Canna lilies 'President' is a striking hybrid with broad, tropical foliage and vibrant, fiery red flowers that bloom atop tall stems. This robust variety thrives in the warm embrace of sun-drenched environments, drawing eyes with its height and radiance. Canna lilies 'President''s blossoms are a magnet for hummingbirds, embodying a lush, exotic appeal that enlivens any garden space.
Canna lilies 'Cannova Rose'
Canna lilies 'Cannova Rose'
The canna lilies 'Cannova Rose' stands out with its lush rose-pink blossoms, resembling irises, perched atop tall stalks that rise from broad, banana-like leaves. This striking hybrid thrives in warm climates and demands ample sunlight to fuel its vibrant floral display. Its robustness allows it to adapt well to both garden beds and containers, bringing a tropical flair to diverse landscapes.
Canna lilies 'Yellow'
Canna lilies 'Yellow'
Canna lilies 'Yellow' boasts vibrant yellow flowers that serve as its most striking feature, casting a warm, tropical aura. Its broad, lance-shaped leaves perch on tall stalks, providing a lush backdrop for the showy blossoms. Ideally thriving in moist, nutrition-rich soil, canna lilies 'Yellow' flourishes under full sun, embodying the essence of summer gardens. This herbaceous perennial is not only visually compelling but also robust, adapting well to various conditions, though it favors warmer climates.
Canna lilies 'Firebird'
Canna lilies 'Firebird'
Canna lilies 'Firebird' captivates with its fiery, red-orange blooms that resemble lush feathers atop tall, sturdy stalks. This hybrid's broad, banana-like leaves create a dramatic backdrop, emphasizing the vivid floral display. Thriving in warm climates, canna lilies 'Firebird' flourishes in full sun, its colors intensifying with the light. Its robust growth reflects a resilience against pests, making canna lilies 'Firebird' a striking and enduring addition to any garden.
Canna lilies 'Rosemond Coles'
Canna lilies 'Rosemond Coles'
Canna lilies 'Rosemond Coles' flaunts striking, broad foliage and large, vibrant rose-pink flowers that capture attention in any garden. This hybrid's tall, reed-like stems support the showy blooms, thriving in sunny, moisture-rich environments. While it's not a true lily, canna lilies 'Rosemond Coles''s lush, tropical appearance and hardiness make it a popular choice for adding a splash of color and exotic flair to temperate landscapes.
Canna lilies 'Picasso'
Canna lilies 'Picasso'
A striking specimen, canna lilies 'Picasso' dazzles with large, boldly patterned leaves that lend a tropical flair. Its vibrant blooms, resembling irises, rise above the foliage to create a dramatic display in warm climates. Thriving in full sun to partial shade, canna lilies 'Picasso' grows robustly in moist, fertile soil, its lushness an artistic splash in gardens or containers.
Canna lilies 'Orange Beauty'
Canna lilies 'Orange Beauty'
Canna lilies 'Orange Beauty' flaunts vibrant orange blossoms, which stand out against its lush, green foliage. This hybrid reaches heights of up to 2 meters, thriving in sunny spots with rich soil and ample moisture. Its striking flowers, coupled with sturdy, reed-like stems, make canna lilies 'Orange Beauty' a favorite for adding a tropical flair to gardens and landscapes.
Canna lilies 'Tropicanna Gold'
Canna lilies 'Tropicanna Gold'
Canna lilies 'Tropicanna Gold' dazzles with its large, striking golden-yellow flowers. This vibrant perennial has lush green leaves streaked with gold and prefers warm, sunny climates to thrive. Its bold blooms and tropical appearance stand out in garden displays, making canna lilies 'Tropicanna Gold' both an eye-catching ornament and a nectar-rich haven for pollinators. Essentially, canna lilies 'Tropicanna Gold' epitomizes the fusion of ornamental beauty and adaptability.
Canna lilies 'Wyoming'
Canna lilies 'Wyoming'
Canna lilies 'Wyoming' is a striking perennial known for its tall, robust stature and vibrant, orange-red flowers that create a tropical display. Its broad, banana-like leaves often exhibit a rich, purplish hue, adding dramatic contrast. Thriving in warm, sunny environments, canna lilies 'Wyoming''s vigorous growth and showy blooms are enhanced by rich, moist soils, making it a standout in garden landscapes.
Canna lilies 'Richard Wallace'
Canna lilies 'Richard Wallace'
Named after a Scottish painter, this Canna produces yellow flowers with red speckles from summer to fall. Its tall form makes it great for use as a focal point in a garden bed or in a container. Beware, all parts of the plant are toxic to cats and dogs.
Canna lilies 'Eureka'
Canna lilies 'Eureka'
Canna lilies 'Eureka' is unique for its pale pastel coloration. American botanist Luther Burbank, who first produced the Canna hybrids (including this plant), believed this trait to be specifically desirable, and he was right; canna lilies 'Eureka''s bright spikes and light-colored flowers make it highly valued among gardeners. The name "Eureka" may come from what onlookers shout when it blooms.
Maraca amarilla 'Erebus'
Maraca amarilla 'Erebus'
Maraca amarilla 'Erebus' is a Canna glauca cultivar, bred for its gorgeous, pale coral flowers with yellowish hints. The cultivar is further distinguished by its pale green leaves with the creamy stripe along the leaf edge. It was named after the famous American warship.
Canna 'Striata'
Canna 'Striata'
Canna 'Striata' captivates with its broad, banana-like leaves, boldly striped with alternating bands of green and yellow. Thriving in warm, moist conditions, its tall stems are crowned with vibrant orange flowers that exude a tropical allure. This herbaceous perennial flourishes in full sun, its dramatic foliage and showy blooms making it a striking presence in any garden.
Canna lilies 'Red'
Canna lilies 'Red'
With bold, showy flowers in vibrant red, canna lilies 'Red' makes a striking statement. Its broad, lush leaves resemble those of the banana family, adding a tropical flair to gardens. Thriving in warmer climes, canna lilies 'Red' appreciates sun-drenched spots and moist soil, flourishing into an eye-catching stand about 3 to 4 feet tall. Its perennial nature ensures a lively display year after year.
Indian shot 'Lucifer'
Indian shot 'Lucifer'
Indian shot 'Lucifer' is a perennial with bright green paddle-shaped leaves and a showy display of hellishly bright red flowers with yellow edges that bloom from summer into early fall. This is a cultivar of Canna indica, bred by SM Growers and named in 2000. Gardeners love this variety to add color and interest growing alongside walls or hedges, and in large patio containers.
Indian shot 'Phasion'
Indian shot 'Phasion'
Indian shot 'Phasion' is distinct for its orange flowers and spectacular foliage, which displays stripes of green, violet, strawberry, and orange. A cultivar of Indian shot (Canna indica), it is often displayed as an autumn ornamental, providing an explosion of color when other flowers have begun to wither. It grows up to 1.8 m tall and thrives in large containers.
Canna lilies 'Tropicanna Black'
Canna lilies 'Tropicanna Black'
Featuring black to maroon leaves, canna lilies 'Tropicanna Black' adds an exotic twist to any garden. This plant can grow up to six feet tall and attracts hummingbirds with its vibrant red-orange blooms.
Canna short pink magic
Canna short pink magic
Canna short pink magic is a Canna lily cultivar with dazzling, deep-pink flowers. The single flowers are borne on tall stalks and they bloom from mid-summer to the first autumn frosts. Due to its upright growing abilities, it can act as a living fence.
Canna lilies 'Red King Humbert'
Canna lilies 'Red King Humbert'
Canna lilies 'Red King Humbert' boasts striking broad, bronze-red leaves, enhancing the garden's visual drama. In contrast, its vibrant red flowers, which resemble gladioli, arise on tall spikes, attracting pollinators during its blooming season. Thriving in full sun and moist, fertile soil, canna lilies 'Red King Humbert' imparts a tropical flair to temperate landscapes, often reaching up to 5 feet in height.
Canna lily 'South Pacific Scarlet'
Canna lily 'South Pacific Scarlet'
Canna lily 'South Pacific Scarlet' has a trio of features that makes it differ from other canna lilies: it has rich, scarlet flowers, grows vigorously, and has a compact size. This spectacular canna lily cultivar is named Canna lily 'South Pacific Scarlet' for its brilliant scarlet flowers which offer wonderful garden interest and justify it winning the 2013 All American Selection Award. It is ideally suited for massed garden border plantings.
Canna lilies 'Valentine'
Canna lilies 'Valentine'
An unusually red variation of canna lily, this cultivar produces tall, blood-red flowers atop dusty purple stems. Canna lilies 'Valentine' was cultivated as a canna lily hybrid and aptly named for its valentine-like colors. It is beloved for its striking top-to-bottom colors, long-living flowers, and ease of care.
America canna
America canna
America canna are a small but widely cultivated group of flowering plants that are not true lillies at all. Found mostly in tropical regions, america canna are very common ornamentals, with several varieties bred to accentuate their large, showy flowers. The seeds of america canna are utilized in traditional jewelry and musical instruments.
Canna × generalis 'Cannova Bronze Scarlet’
Canna × generalis 'Cannova Bronze Scarlet’
Canna × generalis 'Cannova Bronze Scarlet’ is a vibrant perennial that boasts lush bronze-tinted foliage crowned by striking scarlet flowers. Reaching a height of up to 30 inches, this plant thrives in warm climates and is often favored for its robust growth and prolonged blooming season, adding a tropical flair to gardens and landscapes.
Canna lilies 'Musifolia'
Canna lilies 'Musifolia'
Canna lilies 'Musifolia' is a strikingly ornamental plant highlighted by its large, banana-like green leaves, which create a lush, tropical ambiance. This robust perennial reaches impressive heights, adapting well to a variety of soils, as long as they are well-drained. Its vivid red or orange flowers emerge in late summer, adding vibrant color and enhancing the visual appeal of any garden space it inhabits.
Canna lilies 'Pretoria'
Canna lilies 'Pretoria'
Canna lilies 'Pretoria' is a highly attractive canna lily variety for at least two reasons. It has large orange bi-colored flowers, distinctly different from the classic canna lilies, and variegated yellow-and-green striped leaves. Since canna lilies have such large foliage, the colorfulness of canna lilies 'Pretoria' leaves plays a major role in the cultivar's showiness. It is a winner of the prestigious Royal Horticultural Society's "Award of Garden Merit."
Canna lilies 'Chocolate Sunrise'
Canna lilies 'Chocolate Sunrise'
Canna lilies 'Chocolate Sunrise' with chocolate-colored leaves and vibrant orange blooms. These tropical plants thrive in sun to partial shade and attract butterflies and hummingbirds to the garden. Known for their economic value, canna lilies 'Chocolate Sunrise' are used for herbal medicine and as a source of natural dyes. Caution: all parts of the plant are toxic to cats and dogs.
Canna lilies 'Cannova Yellow'
Canna lilies 'Cannova Yellow'
Canna lilies 'Cannova Yellow' boasts bright yellow blooms on tall stalks, making a striking statement in any garden setting. Its lush foliage echoes tropical vibes, thriving in warm, well-drained environments. As an adaptive cultivar, it exhibits vigor across various climates, attracting pollinators while displaying its vibrant color from late spring to first frost.
Canna lily 'Toucan Scarlet'
Canna lily 'Toucan Scarlet'
Canna lily 'Toucan Scarlet' is a cultivated plant from the canna family. "Toucan Scarlett" gets its name from the bright red blooms. It is bred for its extended blooming season. The flowers last longer than other plants in the genus—it blooms from summer until the first frost. Its brilliant color and long-lasting blooms also make it popular in summer gardens.
Canna lilies 'Yellow King Humbert'
Canna lilies 'Yellow King Humbert'
Canna lilies 'Yellow King Humbert' flaunts vibrant yellow flowers with delicate, spotted petals that showcase a fiery blend of reds and oranges. The broad, banana-like leaves create a lush backdrop for the showy blooms. Thriving in warm climates, canna lilies 'Yellow King Humbert' maintains robust growth in full sunlight and moist soil, adding a tropical flair to gardens and landscapes.
Canna lilies 'Pink'
Canna lilies 'Pink'
Canna lilies 'Pink' showcases striking pink flowers that are the hallmark of its charm. Rising from robust rhizomes, canna lilies 'Pink' boasts broad, banana-like green leaves, creating a tropical aura. Typically thriving in warm, moist conditions, canna lilies 'Pink' flourishes in full to partial sunlight, its vibrant blossoms a beacon for pollinators in garden or pond-side settings.
Canna lilies 'Brilliant'
Canna lilies 'Brilliant'
Canna lilies 'Brilliant' is unique in the canna selection for its vibrant red blooms. It is thought to be a cultivar of Canna indica. Canna lilies 'Brilliant' is named for the intensity and radiance of its blooms. Horticulturalists like that it is deer tolerant, easy to grow, and attracts bees.
Canna lilies 'Cleopatra'
Canna lilies 'Cleopatra'
The canna lilies 'Cleopatra' is a very uniquely colored canna lily cultivar, presumably named for the Egyptian queen famed for her unconventional beauty. It is an 'unstable' canna hybrid, expressed in its unusual red and yellow coloring. It is quite pest free, although over time the Canna Leaf Roller can cause damage if not noticed.
Indian shot 'Golden Lucifer'
Indian shot 'Golden Lucifer'
A variant of Canna lily, indian shot 'Golden Lucifer' produces beautiful, strikingly golden blossoms freckled with red. The flowers produce a lovely contrast with its green leaves, making this plant a beloved ornamental. The blossoms appear from midsummer to autumn and perform best in full sun. Well suited to containers, it is very susceptible to frost.
Canna lily 'Orange Punch'
Canna lily 'Orange Punch'
Canna lily 'Orange Punch' is an exquisite Canna lily cultivar with tangerine petals and a yellow center that certainly give a punch. While wild Canna lilies can grow up to 3 m tall, this dwarf Canna lily only grows up to 1.2 m. Gardeners love that this dwarf lily is compact and self-cleaning.
Canna lily 'Australia'
Canna lily 'Australia'
Canna lily 'Australia' is a cultivar that has bright red flowers, purple-burgundy stalks, and chocolate brown leaves adorned with silver bands. This dramatic-looking cultivar is considered one of the best tall cannas with dark foliage. It is often used as a cut flower.
Canna lily 'Toucan Yellow'
Canna lily 'Toucan Yellow'
Canna lily 'Toucan Yellow' is a cultivar from the Canna family that will create tall plants with large leaves and bright yellow blooms all summer long. Since it was bred to tolerate drought conditions, it is highly adaptable and does well in areas that are considered difficult for other lily plants. People often use this perennial plant to create colorful borders in their yards.
Indian shot 'Mactro'
Indian shot 'Mactro'
Indian shot 'Mactro' is also called ‘tropicanna gold’ (its registered cultivar name) for its bright golden flowers, which bloom from summer to early autumn. Typically the Indian shot has bright red flowers that are smaller and less showy than those of this cultivar. Indian shot 'Mactro' also has striking leaves which are striped green and cream-colored, in contrast to the plain green of the parent plant.
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Dracaena
Dracaena are popular house plants that are easy to grow. They can tolerate low-light conditions and require little watering. Their leaves range from variegated to dark green. Their characteristic traits include woody stems that grow slowly but offer a striking appearance for small spaces such as apartments or offices.
Fig trees
Fig trees have been cultivated in many regions for their fruits, particularly the common fig, F. carica. Most of the species have edible fruits, although the common fig is the only one of commercial value. Fig trees are also important food sources for wildlife in the tropics, including monkeys, bats, and insects.
Brambles
Brambles are members of the rose family, and there are hundreds of different types to be found throughout the European countryside. They have been culturally significant for centuries; Christian folklore stories hold that when the devil was thrown from heaven, he landed on a bramble bush. Their vigorous growth habit can tangle into native plants and take over.
Maples
The popular tree family known as maples change the color of their leaves in the fall. Many cultural traditions encourage people to watch the colors change, such as momijigari in Japan. Maples popular options for bonsai art. Alternately, their sap is used to create maple syrup.
Prunus
Prunus is a genus of flowering fruit trees that includes almonds, cherries, plums, peaches, nectarines, and apricots. These are often known as "stone fruits" because their pits are large seeds or "stones." When prunus trees are damaged, they exhibit "gummosis," a condition in which the tree's gum (similar to sap) is secreted to the bark to help heal external wounds.
Nightshades
Nightshades is a large and diverse genus of plants, with more than 1500 different types worldwide. This genus incorporates both important staple food crops like tomato, potato, and eggplant, but also dangerous poisonous plants from the nightshade family. The name was coined by Pliny the Elder almost two thousand years ago.
Roses
Most species of roses are shrubs or climbing plants that have showy flowers and sharp thorns. They are commonly cultivated for cut flowers or as ornamental plants in gardens due to their attractive appearance, pleasant fragrance, and cultural significance in many countries. The rose hips (fruits) can also be used in jams and teas.
Oaks
Oaks are among the world's longest-lived trees, sometimes growing for over 1,000 years! The oldest known oak tree is in the southern United States and is over 1,500 years old. Oaks produce an exceedingly popular type of wood which is used to make different products, from furniture and flooring to wine barrels and even cosmetic creams.
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Canna lilies
Canna
Canna lilies are a small but widely cultivated group of flowering plants that are not true lillies at all. Found mostly in tropical regions, canna lilies are very common ornamentals, with several varieties bred to accentuate their large, showy flowers. The seeds of canna lilies are utilized in traditional jewelry and musical instruments.
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Herb/Vine
Key Facts About Canna lilies
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Attributes of Canna lilies
Plant Height
30 cm to 2.5 m
Spread
30 cm to 1.8 m
Flower Size
8 cm to 15 cm
Leaf type
Semi-evergreen
Ideal Temperature
15 - 38 ℃
Scientific Classification of Canna lilies
Distribution of Canna lilies
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Distribution Map of Canna lilies
Native
Cultivated
Invasive
Potentially invasive
Exotic
No species reported
How to Grow and Care for Canna lilies
Feedback
Canna lilies is a striking and vibrant plant genus requiring basic care and attentiveness to thrive. Its Basic Care Needs include full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil; it thrives in warm, tropical conditions. Common Challenges encompass leaf rollers and fungal diseases such as rust and blight. Seasonal Considerations dictate that canna lilies should be planted in early spring, and northern gardeners need to dig up their bulbs before the first frost in Autumn. Overall, attentive care and seasonal diligence will ensure a healthy canna lilies garden.
How to Water Canna lilies?
What Are the Sunlight Requirements for Canna lilies?
How to Propagate Canna lilies?
How to Plant Canna lilies?
Exploring the Canna lilies Plants
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8 most common species：
Indian shot
Despite its name, indian shot is a flowering perennial plant native to Central and South America. It has been naturalized in other parts of the world and has become a popular garden plant known for its large decorative leaves, fiery red blooms, and ease of cultivation. It is a traditional minor food for indigenous peoples of the Americas.
Bandana-of-the-everglades
The bandana-of-the-everglades, a hermaphrodite water plant, was the parent of several early hybridized Italian Group cannas. It features magnificent golden-yellow flowers that are aromatic and attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. Skipper caterpillars are attracted to this easy-to-propagate aquatic wildflower.
Maraca amarilla
Native to the wetlands of tropical America and naturalized across Asia, the Canna glauca produces gladiolus-like flower spikes in the summer. Its flowers can be red, salmon pink, yellow or burnt orange, on top of tall, erect stems. The maraca amarilla can't grow in the shade and also requires moist soil.
Orchid canna
The Canna orchioides is a large subtropical and tropical perennial herb with flat, alternate leaves that are usually solid green. Its flowers are asymmetric and usually red, orange, yellow or a combination of these colors. The wild species of this plant normally grows to at least 2 to 3 m tall. The starchy root of the orchid canna is edible.
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All Species of Canna lilies
Indian shot
Bandana-of-the-everglades
Maraca amarilla
Orchid canna
Canna lily
Canna lilies 'President'
Canna lilies 'Cannova Rose'
Canna lilies 'Yellow'
Canna lilies 'Firebird'
Canna lilies 'Rosemond Coles'
Canna lilies 'Picasso'
Canna lilies 'Orange Beauty'
Canna lilies 'Tropicanna Gold'
Canna lilies 'Wyoming'
Canna lilies 'Richard Wallace'
Canna lilies 'Eureka'
Maraca amarilla 'Erebus'
Canna 'Striata'
Canna lilies 'Red'
Indian shot 'Lucifer'
Indian shot 'Phasion'
Canna lilies 'Tropicanna Black'
Canna short pink magic
Canna lilies 'Red King Humbert'
Canna lily 'South Pacific Scarlet'
Canna lilies 'Valentine'
America canna
Canna × generalis 'Cannova Bronze Scarlet’
Canna lilies 'Musifolia'
Canna lilies 'Pretoria'
Canna lilies 'Chocolate Sunrise'
Canna lilies 'Cannova Yellow'
Canna lily 'Toucan Scarlet'
Canna lilies 'Yellow King Humbert'
Canna lilies 'Pink'
Canna lilies 'Brilliant'
Canna lilies 'Cleopatra'
Indian shot 'Golden Lucifer'
Canna lily 'Orange Punch'
Canna lily 'Australia'
Canna lily 'Toucan Yellow'
Indian shot 'Mactro'
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Dracaena
Dracaena are popular house plants that are easy to grow. They can tolerate low-light conditions and require little watering. Their leaves range from variegated to dark green. Their characteristic traits include woody stems that grow slowly but offer a striking appearance for small spaces such as apartments or offices.
Fig trees
Fig trees have been cultivated in many regions for their fruits, particularly the common fig, F. carica. Most of the species have edible fruits, although the common fig is the only one of commercial value. Fig trees are also important food sources for wildlife in the tropics, including monkeys, bats, and insects.
Brambles
Brambles are members of the rose family, and there are hundreds of different types to be found throughout the European countryside. They have been culturally significant for centuries; Christian folklore stories hold that when the devil was thrown from heaven, he landed on a bramble bush. Their vigorous growth habit can tangle into native plants and take over.
Maples
The popular tree family known as maples change the color of their leaves in the fall. Many cultural traditions encourage people to watch the colors change, such as momijigari in Japan. Maples popular options for bonsai art. Alternately, their sap is used to create maple syrup.
Prunus
Prunus is a genus of flowering fruit trees that includes almonds, cherries, plums, peaches, nectarines, and apricots. These are often known as "stone fruits" because their pits are large seeds or "stones." When prunus trees are damaged, they exhibit "gummosis," a condition in which the tree's gum (similar to sap) is secreted to the bark to help heal external wounds.
Nightshades
Nightshades is a large and diverse genus of plants, with more than 1500 different types worldwide. This genus incorporates both important staple food crops like tomato, potato, and eggplant, but also dangerous poisonous plants from the nightshade family. The name was coined by Pliny the Elder almost two thousand years ago.
Roses
Most species of roses are shrubs or climbing plants that have showy flowers and sharp thorns. They are commonly cultivated for cut flowers or as ornamental plants in gardens due to their attractive appearance, pleasant fragrance, and cultural significance in many countries. The rose hips (fruits) can also be used in jams and teas.
Oaks
Oaks are among the world's longest-lived trees, sometimes growing for over 1,000 years! The oldest known oak tree is in the southern United States and is over 1,500 years old. Oaks produce an exceedingly popular type of wood which is used to make different products, from furniture and flooring to wine barrels and even cosmetic creams.
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