Wayside Gardens Canna Tropicanna
Best low maintenance choice for adding tropical color to sunny borders.
A dramatic tropical addition that brings height and exotic color to any landscape. With its striking striped foliage and vibrant, long-lasting blooms, it serves as a perfect focal point for containers or garden borders while effortlessly attracting pollinators.
$9.95
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Who it's for
- Homeowners wanting consistent floral displays throughout the warmest months
- Landscapers needing fast-growing tropical accents for immediate visual impact
- Gardeners seeking dramatic architectural texture and vibrant color in landscapes
Who should skip it
- Northern gardeners looking for low-maintenance perennials that stay in ground
- Xeriscaping enthusiasts or those in drought-prone areas with water restrictions
- Organic growers who prefer plants with high natural pest resistance
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
Variegated foliage and vibrant blooms create an undeniable focal point.
Pollinator Appeal
Reliably draws hummingbirds and butterflies throughout the entire summer season.
Growth Rate
Rapid vertical development fills garden spaces and containers with impressive speed.
Versatility
Adapts seamlessly between container gardening and traditional in-ground landscape beds.
Maintenance Ease
Requires rhizome storage in cooler climates, demanding seasonal planning from gardeners.
Bloom Longevity
Consistent flowering performance from early summer through the late season.
Key Specs
Mature Height
72 inches
Mature Spread
24 inches
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
7-11
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial
Bloom Season
Early Summer to Late Summer
Pollinator Attracting
Yes
Special Features
Variegated foliage, Bloom first year
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