Canna
Family: Cannaceae
Cannas are tropical plants that often find their way into temperate gardens. Their leaves are similar to those of the banana plant, a close relative. Most cultivars of Canna have bold, striking flowers. They are often grown as annuals in cold climates, but overwinter in the ground in subtropical or tropical climates.
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Tags:
annual, border, flower, ornamental, perennial, sun
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Cultivation: Large annual for USDA hardiness zones 3 to 8. Grows best in partial to full sun with moderate moisture. May be grown as a perennial in zones 9 to 11.
Size: Reaches 3' to 8' (90 cm to 2.4 m) tall with a spread of 18" to 3' (46 cm to 90 cm).
Flowering: Blooms from early summer through early fall or year-round in zones 9 to 11.
Propagation methods: division, seeds.
Size: Reaches 3' to 8' (90 cm to 2.4 m) tall with a spread of 18" to 3' (46 cm to 90 cm).
Flowering: Blooms from early summer through early fall or year-round in zones 9 to 11.
Propagation methods: division, seeds.