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Growing Cannas, large and small. Canna lilies are wonderful in the garden. Growing fast, the full size selections quickly form a handsome large-leaved screen or an island of tropical-looking foliage from about 3 to 4 feet tall.. And then the show begins, and goes on for weeks and weeks. Huge, iris-like flowers begin to open, and before you know it, your canna lily plants have become the undisputed center of attention in your entire yard. They're really this spectacular, and a snap to grow. They're really wetland plants, and can grow in moist ground. Constant wetness isn't necessary, but water them often. Cannas are used as municipal plantings in many places like Miami. They are so good at taking care of themselves, they add great stripes of color in median strips, parks, and other places. So pick out a sunny spot in your garden or yard, and add cannas for the big show this summer.
Our good friend, Jack Scheper, the plant expert who runs Floridata.com, tells us that cannas are native to Central and South America, and many of the current hybrids also have a North American species as a parent. Jack grows cannas, and is a big enthusiast. As he says, the foliage "looks like a small banana tree without the trunk."
| SKU | ASB6R01 |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Tropicanna® Canna Lily |
| Botanical Name | Canna Tropicanna® |
| Zones | 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 |
| Ships As | Bulb, Rhizome, Tuber |
| Light Requirements | Full Sun |
| Flower Color | Orange |
| Foliage Color | Variegated |
| Foliage | Large, bright burgundy leaves maturing with stripes of red, pink, yellow, and green. |
| Mature Height | 48-72" tall |
| Bulb Size | 1-3 eye |
| Bulb Spacing | 1 bulb/rhizome per sq. ft. |
| Planting Depth | Bulbs/Rhizomes should be planted 1-2" below the soil line. |
| Bloom Time | Mid summer until frost |
| Plant Type / Life Cycle | Annual |
| Planting Time | Spring / Summer |
| Soil Type | Loamy Soil, Moist/Wet Soil |
| Soil Moisture | Average, Moist/Wet, Well Draining |
| Advantages | Deer Resistant, Attract Hummingbirds, Easy to Grow, Containers |
| Additional Information | Perennial in zones 7-10. Can be grown as annuals in zones 2-6. |
| Ships to Hawaii, Alaska & Canada | No |
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Shipping begins in late March based on ground temperatures, warmest zones first.
As soon as your order is placed you will receive an order confirmation email that will include your shipping information. We ship perennials and spring-planted bulbs at the proper planting time for your hardiness zone. Perennials and spring-planted bulb orders will arrive separately from seeds. If your order requires more than one shipment, there is no additional shipping charge. See our shipping information page for approximate ship dates and more detailed information. If you need express shipping or have any questions, please call Customer Service toll-free at (877) 309-7333 or contact us by email.
You will receive a second email the day your order ships telling you how it has been sent. Your order is scheduled to arrive at your door, fresh and ready to plant, usually within 3-5 days of leaving our warehouse, depending on your shipping address. We pack our plants to withstand up to 10 days in transit, in the event transit is delayed. We cannot guarantee arrival on a specific day. Please make sure to open your package upon receipt and follow the instructions included.
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by PowerReviewsAmerican MeadowsTropicanna® Canna Lily
(based on 8 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
50%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Attractive (4)
Cons
No Cons
Best Uses
- Outdoors (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Avid gardener (4)
- Primary use:
- Personal (7)
Reviewed by 8 customers
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Pros
Cons
- Never grew out of the ground
Best Uses
Comments about American Meadows Tropicanna® Canna Lily:
I have other canna lilly's that grew beautifully this year but the one i purchased never came out of the ground.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Accurate Instructions
Cons
Best Uses
- Garden
Comments about American Meadows Tropicanna® Canna Lily:
Very disappointed. Was really looking forward to watching it grow.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Accurate Instructions
- Attractive
Cons
Best Uses
- Outdoors
Comments about American Meadows Tropicanna® Canna Lily:
Foliage is not like what is pictured,. Hope they come back next year! Overall very satisfied
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- wrong plant
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about American Meadows Tropicanna® Canna Lily:
Have not been able to identify this plant. Is not what I ordered.just has green leaves with no bloom
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Attractive
- Healthy
Cons
- Small In Size
Best Uses
- Garden
- Outdoors
- Patio
Comments about American Meadows Tropicanna® Canna Lily:
Two of my three plants didn't sprout and customer service gave me a refund. Thank you for this! The one that did grow grew to be about a foot tall, and hasn't flowered yet. The leaves on this plant are just beautiful, each looking almost painted. Gardening requires patience I know, so I'm expecting more from this plant next year.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Attractive
- Flower And Leaf Combo
Cons
- Small In Size
Best Uses
- Drama At Lakeside
Comments about American Meadows Tropicanna® Canna Lily:
this plant packs a punch but the plant performed like a youngster. Will have to give this plant time to produce bigger blooms and leaves. It is hopefully going to be worth the wait!
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Attractive
- Healthy
Cons
Best Uses
- Large Containers
- Outdoors
Comments about American Meadows Tropicanna® Canna Lily:
I grow cannas for display in large containers. I wanted Tropicana primarily for the intense, colorful, striped foliage. Mine are gorgeous and they will not dissapoint. The blooms are a nice glowing orange. The tubers have multiplied nicely and I will have many to store for the next season!
Comments about American Meadows Tropicanna® Canna Lily:
I planted the tuber along with the other bulbs purchased and it never broke the surface of soil. This is the second time I've purchased canna lilies and have had them never grow. I give up.
- Primary use:
- Personal
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USDA Hardiness Planting Zones
To determine if a plant is sufficiently cold hardy, the USDA created numbered zones indicating winter low temperatures; the lower the zone number the colder the winter.
- If the coldest winter temperature expected in your area is -15°F (zone 5) then any plants rated zones 3-5 will survive the winter temperatures in your area.
- If you live in very warm winter areas (zones 9-11) plants with zones 3-4 ratings are not recommended. The lack of freezing winter temperatures do not provide a time for winter dormancy (rest).
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Merchant response: We are sorry to hear that the Canna Lily Tropicanna has not been successful. We would never want you to pay for something that you didn't have a chance to enjoy, that is why we have our 100% guarantee. We truly want our customers to be successful with our products and pleased with our customer service. Please contact us so that we may assist you with a solution. Happy Gardening!