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City of Portland Canna

8.99
  • - Canna Lily
  • - Height: 4-5 feet
  • - Growing Zone: 2-11
  • - Exposure: Full Sun
  • - Bloom Time: July-September
  • - Every order comes complete with a large, Grade #1 bulb, premium fertilizer for rapid growth, and comprehensive planting instructions to ensure your success.
Plant Features

City of Portland Canna is a timeless beauty, unfurling lush coral-pink blooms that sway atop verdant green foliage. This sun-loving treasure rises with graceful vigor, its towering form glowing in summer’s warmth. A century-old favorite, it brings a tropical serenade to any garden space.

This classic reigns in beds or thrives in pots, weaving a spectacle of soft pink and vibrant green. It’s a low-maintenance jewel, blooming with steady charm through heat and humidity. Perfect for effortless elegance, it transforms any corner into a lush, radiant haven of color and poise.

Planting Instructions:

  • - Plant in late spring or early summer after the last frost date

Soil Preparation:

  • - Ideal soil pH: 6.0-7.5

Watering Specifics:

  • - Water regularly to keep the soil consistently moist, especially during hot weather
  • - For container-grown Canna Lilies, water more frequently as containers dry out faster

Fertilizer Type:

  • - Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer at planting time
  • - Supplement with a high-phosphorus, water-soluble fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during the growing season
  • - Reduce feeding in late summer as the plant prepares for dormancy

Pruning and Training:

  • - Remove spent blooms regularly to encourage continuous flowering
  • - Cut back the plant after the first frost if grown as an annual, or dig up rhizomes for overwintering in colder climates

Additional Pest Management:

  • - Watch for common pests like aphids, slugs, and Japanese beetles

Temperature Tolerance:

  • - Heat-tolerant and performs well in hot, humid conditions

Companion Plants for Canna Lily:

  • - Coleus: Their vibrant foliage contrasts beautifully with the bold flowers of Canna Lilies
  • - Zinnias: The bright, cheerful flowers of Zinnias complement the tropical look of Canna Lilies
  • - Salvia: Their spiky blooms add vertical interest and attract pollinators, enhancing the tropical feel
  • - Verbena: The trailing habit and clusters of small flowers of Verbena create a striking contrast with the large, upright Canna Lilies
Attribute name Attribute value
Plant Characteristics
Height Category Anchor Plants (Back Row)
Mature Spread 2-3 feet
Bloom Time ContinuousContinuous,
Habit Upright growth pattern - Tall, straight rise
Flower Color Peach, Pink
Foliage Color Green leaves
Attracts Bees, Butterflies, Hummingbirds
Features Cut Flowers, Heat tolerant
Garden Styles Cottage Garden, Fall Garden, Patio Garden, Pollinator Garden, Tropical Garden
Plant Use Aesthetic Appeal, Borders and Edging, Filler, Focal Point, Texture
Critter Resistance Rabbit
Pet Friendly Yes
Tolerates Clay soil, Handles sandy soil well