What are the varieties of canna and how to grow canna flowers

Canna is the most popular ornamental plant in the domestic market. It has green leaves, bright flowers, elegant fragrance and high ornamental value. However, many people do not have a comprehensive understanding of canna. In their eyes, canna has only one variety. In fact, it is not the case. There are many different varieties of this plant. Next, I will introduce different varieties of canna to you and let you know how to grow this plant.

What are the varieties of canna

Canna can be divided into three different varieties according to the color of the flower. Among them, red flower canna is the most familiar and common canna variety. It is the most common member of the canna family. Its petals are relatively small and the flower color is bright red. Yellow flower canna and mixed color canna are also important varieties of canna. Yellow flower canna will bloom bright yellow flowers, while mixed color canna can bloom two different colors of flowers, red and yellow, on the same plant. It is a precious variety of canna.

How to grow canna flowers

1. Sunlight and soil

Sunlight and soil are two important conditions for people to grow canna flowers. This plant does not have high requirements for soil, but it likes loose and fertile sandy loam, and the soil must have good drainage. Canna flowers are light-loving plants. During the cultivation period, they must be exposed to light for up to 8 to 10 hours a day. Only in this way can it ensure the smooth progress of photosynthesis and allow it to grow healthily and bloom as soon as possible.

2. Water and fertilizer for flower pots

When growing canna, you must choose the right flower pot. This plant prefers a well-ventilated clay pot with a depth of 40 to 50 cm. During normal growth, canna has certain requirements for water and fertilizer. When it is in the peak growth season, it should be watered every 3 to 5 days and fertilized every 10 to 15 days. The fertilizer dosage should be balanced liquid fertilizer.

3. Timely pruning to prevent diseases and pests

During the cultivation period, canna flowers should be given a break in time, and their old leaves, dead leaves and branches should be removed, so that they can maintain their beautiful appearance and improve their ornamental value. In addition, when cultivating canna, attention should be paid to the prevention and control of pests and diseases. During the normal cultivation period, attention should be paid to the ventilation of the environment, so as to prevent the occurrence of pests and diseases. After the occurrence of pests and diseases, drugs should be sprayed in time to prevent the spread of pests and diseases.