CannaSol Happy Cleo Canna Lily
Best compact tropical bloomer for small patios and sunny container gardens.
This ultra-compact lily brings high-impact tropical color to small patios and borders without the unruly height of traditional varieties. While you sacrifice the dramatic scale of larger cannas, you gain a self-cleaning, heat-loving powerhouse that blooms reliably until the first frost.
$21.32
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking a bold, tropical focal point
- Urban dwellers with limited patio or container space
- Busy homeowners wanting low-maintenance, high-performance plants
Who should skip it
- Cold-climate gardeners avoiding seasonal bulb storage
- Pesticide-averse growers concerned about common leaf-damaging insects
- Hands-off gardeners preferring drought-tolerant, low-input plants
Performance breakdown
Bloom consistency
Continuous flowering from summer through the first frost ensures constant color.
Space efficiency
Ultra-compact habit makes this an ideal choice for small patio containers.
Heat tolerance
Thrives in intense summer heat and humidity without wilting or fading.
Maintenance ease
Self-cleaning blooms reduce the need for constant deadheading throughout the season.
Pollinator appeal
Vibrant golden-orange flowers act as a reliable magnet for local hummingbirds.
Hardiness range
Versatile growth zones allow for wide regional planting across diverse climates.
Key Specs
Mature Height
18-22 inches tall
Width
12 inches wide
Flower Size
6-12 inches flowers
Bloom Time
Summer to fall
Planting Time
Spring / Summer
Soil Moisture
Average, Moist / Wet
Soil Type
Average Soil, Well-Drained Soil
Growing Zones
Zone 3-11
Hardiness Zone
Zone 8-11
Bulb Spacing
1 per sq ft
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