Canna Lily

Canna × generalis, Cannaceae

Zones

7b–13b

Layer

Herbaceous

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Fast

Guild Roles

Pollinator AttractorDynamic Accumulator

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (optimal)

Water

High

Soil pH

6 – 6.5

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

SweetgrassHierochloe odorata

Pest Deterrent

Ravenna GrassSaccharum ravennae

Wind ProtectionPhysical Support

Rabbits Foot FernDavallia fejeensis

Beneficial Insect Habitat

Cattleya OrchidCattleya labiata

Physical SupportWind Protection

Antagonistic Plants

Bronze FennelFoeniculum vulgare

Fennel allelopathic effects may negatively impact ornamental plants like canna lilies

Giant Blue HostaHosta sieboldiana

Large canna lilies can overwhelm hostas through shading and aggressive root system

Sweet FennelFoeniculum vulgare

Fennel allelopathic effects may negatively impact ornamental plants like canna lilies

Fortune HostaHosta fortunei

Canna lily aggressive growth can overwhelm hosta plants in mixed plantings

Uses

Functions

Ornamental

Common Questions

What zones does Canna Lily grow in?

Canna Lily grows in USDA hardiness zones 7b through 13b.

What are good companion plants for Canna Lily?

Good companions for Canna Lily include Sweetgrass, Ravenna Grass, Rabbits Foot Fern, Cattleya Orchid.

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