Canna Lily

Bestie Archetype: The Cottage Garden Romantic 🌸

If a summer garden party grew roots, it would be the Canna Lily. With bold tropical leaves and vibrant flowers, this beauty brings a little old-fashioned charm with a dramatic twist. It loves bright light, warmth, and regular watering to keep its colourful blooms and lush foliage thriving. Its tall, eye-catching growth makes it perfect for adding a statement moment outdoors or in a sunny space. Canna Lily proves that a little extra flair is never a bad thing, especially when your leaves are already doing the most. Expect a plant that’s cheerful, confident, and full of personality. Bring home the Canna Lily, and your collection gains the friend who hosts garden parties, wears floral prints proudly, and always brings the good vibes.

Canna × generalis

Type: Perennial, rhizome

Water: Keep soil moist [enjoys near continous saturation, bottom water if possible]

Light: High

Hardiness: 6a-10a (USDA)

Propagation: Division

Pet safe: Yes

Native: Caribbean, East and West Africa, Central and South America