Canna Lily
Canna generalis
Varieties We Bring In
Last received Aug 4, 2026.
We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week. A received date shows when it last came in, not that it is here today.
Call (904) 471-0440 to confirm this plant and size before you make the trip.
About Canna Lily
Canna lily (Canna x generalis) is a bold tropical hybrid perennial producing large, paddle-shaped leaves in green, bronze, or variegated patterns alongside showy flowers in red, orange, yellow, and pink. Native ancestors originate from tropical and subtropical Americas. A dramatic specimen plant for borders, water features, and containers. Starting at $7.95.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Spring, Summer, Fall
- Flower Color
- Yellow, Orange, Red, Pink
- Growth Rate
- Fast
- Foliage
- Herbaceous
- Soil
- Sandy, Loam, Clay, Well-drained, Wet
Best planting months
Seasonal care
New foliage emerges. Good planting window.
Bloom season. Higher water demand in summer heat.
Bloom season. Foliage may begin to change or drop. Ideal planting window.
Dormant — drops foliage.
Care essentials
Plant in full sun (minimum 6 hours) for best flowering and bold foliage color. In NE Florida's intense heat, consistent moisture and mulching are more critical than shade reduction.
Canna lily is a heavy water user — water deeply and regularly, especially during summer growth. It tolerates wet and boggy conditions and is an excellent choice for rain gardens and pond edges. Mulch thickly to conserve soil moisture.
Plant in rich, moisture-retentive soil amended with compost. In NE Florida, canna is reliably perennial and rhizomes can remain in the ground year-round. Apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in spring as new growth emerges, and again mid-summer to sustain flowering through fall.
Similar needs
Cardinal Flower
Shares 5 of the same needs: high water, sandy, salt tolerance, zone 9a hardiness, and pollinator-friendly.
Mint
Shares 6 of the same needs: high water, loam, salt tolerance, deer resistance, zone 9a hardiness, and pollinator-friendly.
Water Hyssop
Shares 6 of the same needs: full sun, high water, sandy, salt tolerance, zone 9a hardiness, and pollinator-friendly.
Beautyberry
Shares 6 of the same needs: full sun, sandy, salt tolerance, deer resistance, zone 9a hardiness, and pollinator-friendly.
Bottlebrush
Shares 6 of the same needs: full sun, sandy, salt tolerance, deer resistance, zone 9a hardiness, and pollinator-friendly.
Ligustrum
Shares 6 of the same needs: full sun, sandy, salt tolerance, deer resistance, zone 9a hardiness, and pollinator-friendly.
You may also like
PerennialAgapanthus
Agapanthus praecox
PerennialAlligator Flag
Thalia geniculata
PerennialAlocasia
Alocasia
Common questions
Is Canna Lily a good plant for St. Augustine?
Canna Lily is a perennial for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, with medium salt tolerance, reaching 3-6 feet × 2-3 feet (varies by cultivar.
Care information verified from
Last reviewed February 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.