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Canna, Canna Lily, Indian Shot 'Belize'

Cannaindica

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Family
Cannaceae (kan-AY-see-ee)
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Genus
Canna (KAN-uh)
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Species
indica (IN-dih-kuh)
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Synonym
Canna limbata
Height

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Spacing
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)
6-8 ft. (1.8-2.4 m)
Hardiness
9-12 in. (22-30 cm)
Sun Exposure
USDA Zone 9a: to -6.6 °C (20 °F)
USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F)
USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F)
USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F)
USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)
Bloom Color
Full Sun
Bloom Time

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Foliage
Scarlet (dark red)
Other Details
Other details
Late Spring/Early Summer
Mid Summer
Late Summer/Early Fall
Mid Fall
Blooms repeatedly
Propagation Methods
Grown for foliage
Good Fall Color
Smooth
Seed Collecting

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Category
By dividing rhizomes, tubers, corms or bulbs (including offsets)
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Soil pH requirements

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Patent Information
Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored
Foliage Color

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Bloom Characteristics

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Water Requirements

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Where to Grow
Tropicals and Tender Perennials
Regional
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