Cannas are a distinctive tropical plant that once you’ve learned what one look like – you can easily identify other members of the cannaceae family. Originally native to the western hemisphere – from South Carolina to Argentina – these beautiful flowers can be grown throughout most of world where they can get 6-8 hours of sunlight in the summer – and can be moved indoors in the winter. The flowers have three petals and three sepals. While the showy blossoms made them a great addition to a garden, they also are designed to attract all sorts of pollinators – ranging from bees to hummingbirds.
I’ve photographed a number of cannas in shades of orange and yellow – thought I’d share those photos with you today.
Maui Punch Canna
Maui Punch Canna © 2013 Patty Hankins
Maui Punch Canna © 2013 Patty Hankins
Orange Punch Canna
Orange Punch Canna © 2013 Patty Hankins
Orange Punch Canna © 2013 Patty Hankins
Orange Canna – unknown cultivar
Orange Canna © 2013 Patty Hankins
Freedom Canna
Freedom Canna © 2013 Patty Hankins
Freedom Canna © 2013 Patty Hankins
Magic Orange Canna
Magic Orange Canna © 2013 Patty Hankins
Magic Orange Canna © 2013 Patty Hankins
I hope these brightly colored cannas have brought a smile to your day
