Canna 'Tropicanna'
Tropicana Canna Lily
Description
This plant grows 6' x 2' and has wonderful foliage that is green and red with hints of gold and purple. It produces wonderful salmon orange flowers.
Plant Type
Perennial
Height Range
1-3', 3-6'
Flower Color
Gold, Orange, Pink, Red, Yellow, White, Multi-Colored
Flower Season
Spring, Summer, Fall, Constant
Leaf Color
Bronze, Green, Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium, High, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Moist
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Japanese, Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish, Tropical, Water Garden
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Background, Entry, Perennial Border, Foundation, Patio, Park, Raised Planter, Walkways
Special Uses
Container, Mass Planting, Fire Resistant
Attracts Wildlife
Hummingbirds
Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.
Organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust will also break down and improve the soil.