Canna Lily - Cannova Yellow

Canna Lily - Cannova Yellow brings vibrant sunshine-yellow blooms to gardens with its tropical flair and impressive stature. This eye-catching annual creates a bold statement with its large, paddle-shaped foliage and tall flower spikes that bloom continuously from late spring through fall. Part of the innovative Cannova series, these cannas are bred for earlier flowering, better garden performance, and more compact growth than traditional varieties. Perfect for adding height to borders, creating dramatic container displays, or establishing a tropical atmosphere in northern gardens, these cannas deliver season-long color and architectural interest.

Key Features:

- Produces brilliant yellow blooms on sturdy stems that create a tropical paradise effect in any garden setting.

- Grows to a manageable 30-36 inches tall, making it versatile for both garden beds and large containers.

- Features broad, banana-like foliage that adds tropical texture and architectural interest to landscapes.

- Blooms earlier and longer than traditional canna varieties, providing extended seasonal color.

- Performs exceptionally well in both garden beds and containers, offering flexible planting options.

- Attracts hummingbirds and butterflies, enhancing garden biodiversity and supporting pollinators.

Plant Care Instructions

1. Light Requirements:

- Prefers full sun for at least 6 hours daily for optimal flowering.

- Can tolerate partial shade but will produce fewer blooms with reduced sun exposure.

2. Watering:

- Maintain consistently moist soil throughout the growing season.

- Water deeply when the top inch of soil begins to dry out.

- Requires more frequent watering during hot, dry periods.

3. Soil Type:

- Thrives in rich, fertile, well-draining soil with high organic matter content.

- Incorporate compost or well-rotted manure before planting to improve soil quality and fertility.

4. Temperature & Hardiness Zone:

- Hardy to Zone 3b as a summer annual only; must be overwintered indoors in cold climates.

- Prefers warm temperatures between 18-29°C for optimal growth and flowering.

5. Fertilizer:

- Feed monthly with a balanced or high-phosphorus fertilizer (such as 10-30-20) during the growing season.

- Begin fertilizing when plants are established and continue until early fall.

6. Pruning & Maintenance:

- Remove spent flower stalks at their base to encourage continued blooming.

- Cut back yellowing or damaged foliage to maintain plant appearance and health.

7. Special Notes:

- Dig up rhizomes after first frost and store in a cool, dry place 4°C to 10°C for winter.

- Rhizomes can be divided every 3-4 years to propagate new plants.

- Generally considered non-toxic to pets, though ingestion may cause minor digestive upset.