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Canna Lily
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Canna Lily is the common name attached to a large group of hybrid plants in the genus Canna, in the family Cannaceae. Canna is a Latin word meaning a type of reed. The hybrids are from a very complex breeding line that involves several species in the genus Canna and are collectively called Canna x generalis.
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The Canna Lily is one of those plants that was introduced to Europe in the late 1800’s, enjoyed incredible popularity, was hybridised to the nth degree and was seen everywhere. Eventually its moment of glory passed and another plant took its place and today Cannas are often only seen in old gardens and municipal plantings.
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Canna Lily 'Assaut' – A rare but stunning red heirloom variety that first appeared in catalogs in 1920, the Assaut Canna is available through Old House Gardens Heirlooms. The canna leaves are a bronze color that adds interest to the garden, contrasting against the green leaves of other perennials and plants. The flowers of the 'Assaut' are a rich crimson color that is very dramatic and the plant will bloom a long time if provided plenty of water, rich soil and sunlight. Gardeners can expect this Canna to grow about 5' tall and to be hardy to Zone 8.
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One of the most striking flowers you can have in your garden in the canna lily. You've enjoyed their blooms and low maintenance all summer long but now it's time to get your hands dirty. If you live in zones 7 thru 10 then you can leave your canna bulbs (actually called rhizomes) in the ground. Those in zones 6 and colder need to dig up these summertime show-stoppers and store them for the winter. It's not a difficult task but a necessary one so you can enjoy these magnificent flowers year after year to really get your money's worth.
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Habitat and Distribution: As a wild plant, the canna lily is found in all tropical areas, especially in moist places along streams, springs, ditches, and the margins of woods. It may ... be found in wet temperate, mountainous regions. It is easy to recognize because it is commonly cultivated in flower gardens in the United States.
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In this piece the pastel yellows, in contrast with the delicate speckled pattern of the canna lily create a sunny, pleasant image. The power is in the strong pull of the focal point from which all lines appear to spring.
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