These are the 7 most beautiful types of Canna
Looking for a plant with impressive foliage and flowers that will shine in a bed, border, or pot? Then you've come to the right place with Canna (flower reed) . This tropical plant brings life to your garden with color and patterns. Get to know these 7 beautiful Canna varieties!
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Cannas can be quite dominant in your garden thanks to their size, striking foliage, and colorful flowers, so choose your plant carefully. Here are 7 beautiful canna varieties that are sure to shine among your plants.
The most striking feature of Canna 'Striata' is its green leaves with yellow stripes, which derive from the Latin striata (striped). The warm orange flowers are also a feast for the eyes and combine well with a variety of orange- to yellow-flowered plants, such as Rudbeckia in the photo above. This large species grows to about 1.9 m tall.
Height x width: 1.9 m x 50 cm
The lava-colored flowers of 'Semaphore' glow with the intense orange you also see in marigolds . The flowers contrast with bronze foliage. This compact, dwarf Canna variety grows to about 80 cm tall and brings warmth and color to your garden.
Height x width: 80 cm x 60 cm
Among the various Canna varieties, 'Mystique' stands out with its purple-red leaves, which thrive in full sun. The relatively small flowers, however, are eye-catching with their bright pink color. Surround this variety with plants that have primarily green leaves to make 'Mystique' stand out even more. This variety can reach a height of 2 meters.
Height x width: 2 m x 100 cm
Looking for a medium-sized variety? Then Canna 'Lincroft' is a good choice. This variety boasts warm yellow flowers with bright pink spots, a unique appearance that strikes the perfect balance between romantic and modern. The lush foliage also contributes to a beautiful green backdrop. Like other cannas, this variety prefers moist, well-drained soil.
Height x width: 120 cm x 100 cm
A lush cut-flower garden is a treat for pollinators and… for you! With a good plan, you can have homegrown flowers on your table all year round. In this special edition, we offer tips on the best varieties, and how to grow and care for them. This way, you'll be filling your arms with the most beautiful cut flowers every season!
- Growing and sowing tips for the most beautiful cut flowers
- Do's and don'ts from experienced growers
- With handy annual calendar
A Canna that brings autumn and summer together in a glowing late summer color: that's 'Eric Neubert'. Among all the Canna varieties, this one stands out with its bronze-green foliage and bright orange flowers. This medium-sized plant grows to about 1 m tall.
Height x width: 1 m x 50 cm
Canna 'Ambassador' is a more subtle variety. Its soft orange to creamy white flowers rise above large, green leaves that resemble banana leaves. 'Ambassador' also stands out because it tolerates partial shade. Its light flowers are even more striking there.
Height x width: 1.5 m x 60 cm
Tip!
This garden hero isn't called 'Champion' for nothing: the plant boasts spectacular salmon-colored flowers and bronze-green foliage to show off. One advantage over other canna varieties is that 'Champion' is a short variety that also combines beautifully with flowers in colors like creamy white, orange, peach, and pink. This variety is also suitable for growing in pots.
Height x width: 80 cm x 50 cm
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