Common name: Canna lily. Latin name: Canna x. generalis. Planting months: Seeds, January and February; rhizomes, 2 weeks before last frost; transplants, after danger ...

August brings heat and humidity, with frequent daily thunderstorms that may wreak havoc on summer-flowering perennials. Canna lilies are an exception, thriving during the dog days of summer.

Toucan Rose cannas are vigorous, fast-growing and highly disease resistant. They feature coral-pink flowers. Gary R. Bachman, Ph.D. MSU Extension Service Cannas are commonly grown as large ...