Canna speciosa
Canna speciosa has green, tropical foliage on stems 4-6 feet tall with brilliant red flowers and narrow petals.
Canna speciosa is a Canna lily that was introduced into horticulture in 1820. It has green, tropical foliage on stems to about four to six feet tall with brilliant red flowers and narrow petals on dark purple stalks rising well above the foliage. It will bloom freely from summer to fall. Provide rich soils, good fertilizer, and lots of water in full sun.
Common Name: Canna Lily - [Summer B&B Pre-Order]
Family: Cannaceae (The Canna Family)
Zone Hardiness: 10-12
Light: Full Sun Part Sun
Height: 4-6'
Width: 2-3'
Primary Bloom Colour: Red
Secondary Bloom Colour: Yellow
Class: Deciduous
Type: Perennial
Bloom Time: Summer - Fall
Soil Moisture: Average, Moist
Stem Colour: Purple
Fragrance: No
Berries:
Benefits:
Deer Resistant: Unknown
BC Native: No
Native Habitat: Thrives in warm, humid tropical conditions, with dry over wintering.
Award: AGM
Geographical Origin:
