Canna indica

Indian Shot Canna Lily

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Tropical rhizomatous perennial featuring large paddle-shaped leaves and striking red, orange, or yellow flowers. Known for bold foliage and vibrant summer blooms.
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Plant Details

Common Name Indian Shot Canna Lily
Family Cannaceae
Genus Canna
Species Indica
Origin Tropical Americas
Blooming Foliage and vibrant flowers in summer/autumn
Leaf Color Green / Bronze
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Rich, moist but well-draining loamy soil with organic matter

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Watering

Keep soil consistently moist during growing season, reduce watering during winter dormancy

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Sunlight & Care

Full sun to partial shade for best flowering performance outdoors

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer every 2 weeks during active growth period

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Pruning

Remove spent flowers and dead foliage to encourage new growth

Pest Control Aphid Caterpillar Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 5 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
54° – 95°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 80%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
3000 – 35000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
2500 – 4000
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
30% – 70%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
400 – 2200
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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