Canna Flower Plant Varieties & Collections
If you want a plant that brings instant tropical drama to your garden, the Canna is hard to beat. Tall, bold, and gloriously colourful, Canna plants carry large banana like leaves topped with flame bright flowers in red, orange, yellow, and pink. They love the Indian sun, bloom for months at a stretch, and ask for very little in return.
At Online Plants Cart, you can buy healthy Canna plants online and have them delivered fresh from our own Delhi nursery to your doorstep. Every plant in this Canna Plants Collection is nursery grown, well rooted, and ready to flower. We offer all India home delivery, and customers in Delhi NCR enjoy our Next Day Delivery service.
Whether you dream of a fiery red border along your driveway, a golden yellow display beside your gate, or a compact dwarf Canna Lily in a balcony pot, you will find the right plant in this collection.
Canna Plant: Also Known As
The Canna is famous by many names in India and around the world. Knowing them makes it easier to find exactly the plant you want.
Common Names: Canna Lily, Indian Shot, African Arrowroot, Edible Canna, Purple Arrowroot, Garden Canna
Botanical Name: Canna indica and Canna x generalis (Family: Cannaceae)
An interesting fact: despite its most popular name, the Canna Lily is not a true lily at all. It belongs to its own family, Cannaceae, and is actually a close relative of gingers and bananas, which explains its lush, tropical leaves. The name Indian Shot comes from its round, hard black seeds, which look like old fashioned gun pellets.
Names in Hindi and Other Indian Languages
Canna has grown in Indian gardens for centuries, so it has earned genuine local names in many languages.
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| Hindi | सर्वजया (Sarvajaya), देवकेली (Devakeli), केना (Canna) |
| Sanskrit | सर्वजया (Sarvajaya) |
| Bengali | কলাবতী (Kolaboti) |
| Marathi | कर्दळ (Kardal) |
| Tamil | கல்வாழை (Kalvazhai) |
| Gujarati | કેના (Canna) |
| Punjabi | ਕੇਨਾ ਲਿਲੀ (Canna Lily) |
| Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam | Widely known simply as Canna or Canna Lily |
Quick Plant Facts
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Canna indica, Canna x generalis |
| Family | Cannaceae |
| Plant Type | Flowering perennial, grows from rhizomes |
| Common Types | Red Canna, Yellow Canna, Orange Canna, Dwarf Canna, Variegated Leaf Canna |
| Height | Dwarf types 45 to 60 cm; tall types 1.2 to 2.5 metres |
| Flower Colours | Red, Orange, Yellow, Pink, Cream, and bicolour shades |
| Foliage Colours | Green, bronze, burgundy, and striped variegated |
| Flowering Season in India | Spring through monsoon and autumn; nearly year round in warm regions |
| Light Requirement | Full sun, at least 4 to 6 hours daily |
| Watering | Regular; loves moist soil and tolerates wet feet |
| Soil | Rich, fertile, well draining soil with plenty of compost |
| Ideal Temperature | 20°C to 35°C |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Placement | Garden beds, borders, driveways, pond edges, large pots, terraces |
| Pet Safety | Non toxic to cats and dogs |
| Attracts | Butterflies and sunbirds |
| Difficulty Level | Very easy |
What Makes Canna Plants So Special?
Every garden needs at least one plant that refuses to be ignored, and in Indian gardens that plant is very often the Canna. Here is why gardeners have loved it for generations.
First, there is the colour. Canna flower plants bloom in some of the strongest shades found in nature. Scarlet red, sunset orange, butter yellow, and soft pink flowers appear in tall spikes above the foliage, and the show goes on for months, not weeks. In most parts of India, a happy Canna blooms from spring right through the monsoon and autumn.
Second, there are the leaves. Even before a single flower opens, Canna foliage puts on a performance of its own. The broad, paddle shaped leaves look like small banana leaves and come in fresh green, deep bronze, and rich burgundy. Some varieties have striped leaves in orange, pink, and gold that glow when sunlight passes through them.
Third, and perhaps most important for Indian gardeners, the Canna genuinely loves our climate. While many exotic flowers struggle in strong sun and heat, the Canna thrives in it. It also handles heavy monsoon rain without complaint and is one of the few flowering plants that grows happily in wet soil near ponds and water features.
Finally, Cannas are wonderfully easy. They grow from thick underground rhizomes, which store energy and make the plant tough and forgiving. Plant them once, and they return season after season, multiplying quietly underground so you get more plants every year.
Popular Canna Varieties in Our Collection
Our Canna Plants Collection covers the full range of colours and sizes, so you can pick the perfect match for your space.
1. Red Canna Lily
The classic choice and the most loved Canna in India. Tall spikes of bright scarlet flowers rise above lush green or bronze leaves. A row of Red Canna Lily plants along a boundary wall or driveway creates a bold, welcoming look that lasts for months.
2. Yellow Canna Lily
Cheerful and sunny, the yellow Canna carries golden blooms, often speckled with tiny red or orange dots. It pairs beautifully with red Cannas for a traditional Indian garden display and brightens up dull corners instantly.
3. Orange Canna Lily
For a true tropical sunset effect, choose the orange Canna. Its warm, glowing flowers look stunning against dark bronze foliage varieties and hold their colour well even in strong summer sun.
4. Dwarf Canna Plants
Love Cannas but short on space? Dwarf Canna plants grow only 45 to 60 cm tall, which makes them perfect for pots, balconies, terraces, and small gardens. They bloom just as generously as their taller cousins, only in a compact size.
5. Variegated Leaf Canna
These varieties are grown as much for their leaves as their flowers. Striped foliage in shades of green, gold, orange, and pink turns every leaf into a piece of art. Even out of bloom, a variegated Canna remains the most eye catching plant in the garden.
6. Canna Indica (Indian Shot)
The original species Canna, tough as nails and full of old world charm. Canna Indica has slender red or orange flowers, handsome green leaves, and legendary toughness. It is ideal for large gardens, farmhouses, pond edges, and natural style plantings.
Why Buy Canna Plants Online from Online Plants Cart?
Buying living plants online is a matter of trust, and we work hard every day to earn yours.
Grown in our own nursery. We are not just a website. Online Plants Cart runs its own plant nursery in Delhi, where every Canna is grown, hardened, and checked before it ships. You receive a plant raised by real gardeners, not a random warehouse item.
Healthy, well rooted plants. Each Canna is dispatched with a strong root system and healthy foliage, so it establishes quickly in your garden and flowers on schedule.
Careful packaging. Our team secures the soil, protects the leaves, and packs each plant in breathable, transit safe material so it reaches you fresh.
All India home delivery. From big metros to smaller towns, we deliver Canna plants online across the country through reliable courier partners.
Next Day Delivery in Delhi NCR. Customers in Delhi, Noida, Gurugram, Ghaziabad, Faridabad, and Greater Noida can receive their plants the very next day.
Fair and honest pricing. Our Canna plant price is nursery direct, which means you pay for the plant, not for middlemen.
Everything for your garden. Along with plants, we stock flower and vegetable seeds, pots and planters, and gardening tools, so your entire garden setup arrives from one trusted store.
How to Care for Canna Plants: A Simple Guide
One of the best things about the Canna is how little it demands. Follow these simple steps and your plants will reward you with months of colour.
Sunlight
Cannas are sun worshippers. Give them at least 4 to 6 hours of direct sunlight every day, and more if possible. The more sun they receive, the more they bloom. A Canna kept in deep shade will grow leaves but very few flowers, so always choose your brightest spot. This is the opposite of shade loving plants, which makes Cannas perfect for those open, sunny areas where delicate plants fail.
Watering
Cannas love water. Keep the soil consistently moist during the growing and flowering season, watering deeply whenever the top layer begins to dry. In peak summer, potted Cannas may need water daily. Unlike most flowering plants, Cannas even tolerate waterlogged soil, which is why they flourish beside ponds and in rain soaked monsoon beds. In winter, when growth slows, reduce watering.
Soil
Rich soil means rich blooms. Plant Cannas in fertile, well draining soil mixed generously with compost or well rotted cow dung manure. For pots, use a mix of garden soil, compost, and a little cocopeat. Cannas are heavy feeders, so the more organic matter in the soil, the better the show.
Fertilizer
Feed your Cannas once a month during the growing season. Organic options like compost, vermicompost, or cow dung manure work beautifully. You can also use a balanced flowering fertilizer to push out bigger and brighter blooms. Stop feeding in the cold winter weeks when the plant rests.
Deadheading and Pruning
Snip off faded flower spikes regularly. This keeps the plant tidy and encourages fresh spikes to form. Once a whole stem finishes flowering, cut it down near the base; new shoots will rise from the rhizome to replace it. Remove torn or yellowing leaves any time you see them.
Dividing and Repotting
Cannas multiply underground, and every year your clump grows bigger. Every two to three years, dig up the clump in late winter or early spring, separate the rhizomes, and replant them with fresh compost. Each division becomes a new plant, which means your Canna collection grows for free.
Pests and Problems
Cannas are naturally tough. Occasionally, caterpillars may roll or chew the leaves. Simply remove affected leaves or pick off the caterpillars by hand. Neem oil spray once in two weeks keeps most problems away without harming butterflies and birds that visit the flowers.
Where to Grow Canna Plants
Cannas are landscape stars, and there are many ways to use them.
- Garden borders: A line of tall Cannas along a wall, fence, or driveway creates a living screen of colour.
- Centre of flower beds: Plant tall Cannas in the middle and shorter flowers around them for a layered, professional look.
- Large pots and drums: Dwarf and mid height Cannas grow happily in 12 to 16 inch pots on terraces and balconies.
- Pond and water edges: Few flowering plants love wet feet like the Canna. Plant them beside ponds, fountains, or low lying wet corners.
- Gate and entrance displays: Two matching pots of red or yellow Cannas flanking a gate give a warm, traditional Indian welcome.
- Butterfly gardens: Canna flowers are rich in nectar and regularly attract butterflies and sunbirds, bringing your garden to life.
Canna Care Through Indian Seasons
Spring (February to March): The best season to plant new Cannas and divide old clumps. Growth takes off quickly as days warm up.
Summer (April to June): Cannas handle Indian summers better than most flowering plants. Water deeply and regularly, mulch the soil to hold moisture, and enjoy continuous blooms.
Monsoon (July to September): This is the Canna's favourite season. Rain fed and happy, plants grow tall and flower freely. Just remove faded blooms so the display never pauses.
Winter (October to February): In mild winter regions, Cannas keep blooming. In north India, growth slows and leaves may look tired in the coldest weeks. Cut back old stems, reduce watering, and let the rhizomes rest. They will burst back to life in spring.
Benefits of Growing Canna Plants
Cannas give you far more than colour. They are one of the fastest ways to fill a new garden, since a few plants quickly grow into full clumps. They provide natural screening, hiding compound walls and dull corners behind lush foliage. Their nectar rich flowers support butterflies and sunbirds, adding movement and song to your garden. They are also one of the safest flowering plants for families, as Cannas are non toxic to dogs and cats. And because they return year after year from rhizomes, a single purchase keeps rewarding you for many seasons.
We Deliver Canna Plants Across India
Online Plants Cart delivers healthy Cannas and thousands of other plants to every corner of the country. Our top delivery cities include:
Delhi, Noida, Gurugram, Ghaziabad, Faridabad, Greater Noida (with Next Day Delivery), Mumbai, Pune, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chennai, Kolkata, Ahmedabad, Jaipur, Lucknow, Chandigarh, Indore, Bhopal, Nagpur, Surat, Patna, Kanpur, Dehradun, Coimbatore, Kochi, Visakhapatnam, Bhubaneswar, Guwahati, Ranchi and Raipur.
Wherever your garden grows, your favourite Canna plants are just a few clicks away.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Can I buy Canna plants online in India? Yes. You can buy healthy, nursery grown Canna plants online from Online Plants Cart. Choose your favourite colour and variety from this collection, place your order, and we will deliver it safely to your home anywhere in India.
2. Is Canna a lily? No. Despite the popular name Canna Lily, the Canna is not a true lily. It belongs to its own plant family, Cannaceae, and is related to gingers and bananas. The lily name stuck because of its large, showy flowers.
3. How much sunlight do Canna plants need? Cannas need full sun to bloom well. Give them at least 4 to 6 hours of direct sunlight daily. In shade they will grow leaves but produce very few flowers, so always pick your sunniest spot.
4. When do Canna plants flower in India? In most Indian regions, Cannas bloom from spring through the monsoon and into autumn. In warm southern and coastal areas, they can flower nearly all year round with regular deadheading and feeding.
5. Can I grow Canna plants in pots? Yes, absolutely. Dwarf Canna varieties are perfect for pots and grow just 45 to 60 cm tall. Use a container of at least 12 inches with drainage holes, rich potting soil, and a sunny balcony or terrace position.
6. Are Canna plants safe for pets? Yes. Cannas are non toxic to both dogs and cats, which makes them one of the safest showy flowering plants for homes with pets and children.
7. What is the price of Canna plants at Online Plants Cart? Our Canna plant price varies by variety and size. Common red and yellow Cannas are very budget friendly, while variegated leaf varieties cost slightly more. The latest prices are listed with each product on this page.
8. How often should I water Canna plants? Water regularly and keep the soil moist during the growing season. In summer, potted Cannas may need daily watering. Cannas tolerate wet soil very well, so overwatering is rarely a problem during active growth. Reduce watering in winter.
9. Why is my Canna plant not flowering? The most common reasons are lack of sunlight, poor soil, or overcrowded rhizomes. Move the plant to a spot with 6 hours of sun, feed it monthly with compost or flowering fertilizer, and divide old clumps every two to three years.
10. Do Canna plants come back every year? Yes. Cannas are perennials that grow from underground rhizomes. Even if the top growth dies back in a cold winter, the rhizomes rest safely in the soil and send up fresh shoots in spring.
11. Can Canna plants grow in water or wet soil? Yes. Cannas are among the few flowering plants that thrive in wet conditions. They grow beautifully at pond edges, beside fountains, and in low lying garden spots that stay damp.
12. How tall do Canna plants grow? It depends on the variety. Dwarf Cannas stay around 45 to 60 cm, ideal for pots, while tall garden varieties reach 1.2 to 2.5 metres, perfect for borders and screening.
13. How do I multiply my Canna plants? The easiest way is by dividing rhizomes. In late winter or early spring, dig up the clump, cut the rhizomes into sections with at least one growing eye each, and replant them. Each piece grows into a new plant.
14. Do Canna flowers attract butterflies? Yes. Canna flowers are rich in nectar and regularly attract butterflies and sunbirds. Planting a group of Cannas is a simple way to invite more pollinators and birdlife into your garden.
15. Which cities does Online Plants Cart deliver Canna plants to? We deliver across India, including Mumbai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chennai, Pune, Kolkata, Ahmedabad, Jaipur, Lucknow, and many more cities and towns. Customers in Delhi, Noida, Gurugram, Ghaziabad, Faridabad, and Greater Noida also enjoy our Next Day Delivery service.