Canna (Canna indica L.)

Cultivation:

• Canna lily is a perennial plant that is grown from tubers.
• Prefers sunny or semi-shady places and warm climates.
• The soil should be well drained and rich in humus.

Maintenance:

• Watering: Likes moist soil, but avoid overwatering, which can lead to root rot. Check soil moisture regularly and water when necessary.
• Fertilization: It is recommended to fertilize canna lily plants once a month during the period of active growth. Use a balanced liquid fertilizer or flowering plant fertilizer to encourage blooms.
• Pruning: Remove faded flowers and dry leaves to encourage further growth and flowering. After the plant stops flowering, you can prune it closer to the ground to encourage new growth.

Benefits:

• Flowers: produces attractive and expressive flowers in various colors such as red, yellow, orange and pink. Their flowers are excellent for cutting and are used in flower arrangements.
• Leaves: The leaves of canna lily plants are large, broad and decorative. They can be green, purple or bronze in color, which gives them additional attractiveness.
• Attracts insects: Canna lily flowers attract hummingbirds and butterflies, making the plant attractive to look at and contributing to the maintenance of the garden's ecosystem.

Canna indica L. is a plant that will enhance your garden or space with its expressive flowers and decorative leaves. With proper maintenance and meeting its needs for light, moisture and nutrients, the canna lily will bring you long-lasting and colorful blooms and decorate your environment.