Canna lilies introduced themselves to me in the spring of 2016, my first year in Hendersonville. I was contemplating my small yard, wondering how I could plant everything I wanted. As the weather grew ...

After our long colorless winter, many gardeners are dreaming of creating a lush, colorful garden in their backyard. With their large banana-like leaves and tall spikes of brilliant flowers, Canna ...

Canna comes from the Greek word, kanna, which means reed or grass. The plants are not actually related to lilies at all. Canna is also referred to as Indian shot because of their hard, black, round ...

SHREVEPORT, La. - When canna lilies begin blooming in late spring, they can become the star of your garden. Some grow as tall as 6 feet, and their bright-colored blooms are eye-catching. You can find ...

You may think the tall strong canna stems are reminiscent of a ginger lily — and are often called canna lilies — but they actually do not belong to the lily family at all. Canna lilies can reach 8 to ...

Latin name: Canna x. generalis. Planting months: Seeds, January and February; rhizomes, 2 weeks before last frost; transplants, after danger of frost. Light requirements: Full sun, semi-shade. Soil ...

Canna lilies, vibrant and tropical-looking, will add bold color to your garden. To help them stay healthy year round, canna lilies need pruning. How, and how much, you have to prune canna lilies ...

Lilies are beautiful, fragrant blooms for your flower garden. Some lilies are prized as indoor plants. Learn about the ...

Q:I read your July 19 column on dividing and fertilizing bearded irises to increase blooming. I'm having the same problem with my canna lilies. At one time they grew nice and tall and bloomed well.

Gardeners often think of bulbs as things we plant in the fall with the expectation of blooms early the following spring. Daffodils, tulips, hyacinth and crocus are especially beloved spring- flowering ...