Canna Lily Seeds – Red

Canna Lily ‘Red’ is a striking tropical variety admired for its bold crimson blooms and lush green foliage. These plants bring a vibrant touch to gardens, patios, and water edges. Known for their heat tolerance and vigorous growth, Canna Lilies thrive in warm climates and bloom throughout the summer months. Their large, exotic flowers make them perfect for creating a dramatic focal point in landscapes or containers. Easy to grow from seed, this variety performs beautifully in full sun and well-drained soil.

Features:

• Produces large, vivid red flowers with lush green leaves.

• Excellent for tropical-themed gardens or border plantings.

• Heat and humidity tolerant, thriving in warm climates.

• Long flowering season with repeat blooms.

• Suitable for garden beds, water features, or containers.

• Easy to grow and maintain; ideal for home gardeners.

Specifications:

• Scientific Name: Canna indica

• Common Name (US): Canna Lily

• Plant Type: Perennial (grown as annual in cooler zones)

• Bloom Color: Red

• Bloom Size: 4–6 inches in diameter

• Plant Height: 3–5 feet (90–150 cm)

• Sunlight Requirement: Full Sun

• Soil Type: Moist, well-drained soil

• Watering: Moderate to regular watering; avoid drying out completely

• Germination Time: 2–3 weeks

• Days to Bloom: 90–100 days after sowing

• Sowing Method: Start indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost or direct sow after frost danger has passed

• Spacing: 12–18 inches apart

• Growing Season: Late Spring to Early Fall

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 7–11 (annual in zones below 7)

• Best Planting Months (by Zone):

  • Zones 3–5: May to June

  • Zones 6–9: April to May

  • Zones 10–11: February to March

• Use: Borders, beds, containers, pond edges, and landscape accents