Whole plant
Overall shape, height, branching and growth habit.
Flowers
Canna Lily growing guide
A vigorous rhizomatous perennial with broad tropical foliage and bold flower spikes. It thrives in warmth, sun and fertile moisture-retentive soil.
7-21 daysGermination
VariesHarvest
60 cmSpacing
2.5 cmSow depth
FullSun
TenderFrost
3.5 cm/weekWater
6-7pH
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Botanical reference
Compare the whole plant first, then check the leaf, flower and harvest detail to identify what Canna Lily should look like as it grows.
Leaf detail
Leaf shape, edges, colour and vein pattern.
Flower detail
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Harvest / detail
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Growing note
Remove spent flower stems and divide crowded rhizomes periodically. Cannas grow fastest with heat, water and rich soil.
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