Cannova® Bronze Orange Canna Lily
Canna x generalis 'Bronze Orange'
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Delivery and Shipping
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Ships in 3-4 business days • Tracking provided • Weather protected
| Under $50 | $9.99 |
| $50 - $99.99 | $14.99 |
| $100 - $149.99 | $16.99 |
| $150 - $198.99 | $24.99 |
| $199+ | FREE |
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
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Your order is protected by our compliance system that:
- Prevents restricted plants from shipping to your state
- Ensures plants meet your state's agricultural requirements
- Protects gardens from invasive pests and diseases
Plant Profile & Growing Essentials
Flowering, Fast-growing, Attracts pollinators, and Wet Soils
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Growth RateFast
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Pollinator FriendlyYes
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Bloom PeriodLate Spring, Early Summer, Late Summer, Early Fall, Late Fall
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Does Not Ship ToAK, HI, ID, MT, OR
Cannova® Bronze Orange Canna (Canna x generalis 'Bronze Orange') delivers the knockout color punch of tropical cannas in a compact, manageable size. This Ball Seed selection combines luminous orange blooms with deep bronze foliage that creates an eye-catching contrast from the moment it emerges in spring. The flowers keep coming from late spring through the first frost, making this one of the longest-blooming perennials you can grow in warm climates or one of the most spectacular annuals for northern gardens.
Landscape Impact
The bronze-toned leaves unfurl with dramatic presence, their rich chocolate hues providing the perfect backdrop for the succession of bright orange flowers held on upright stalks. Unlike older canna varieties that can reach 6 feet or more, Cannova® Bronze Orange stays in the 3-4 ft range, making it perfect for mid-border placements, container gardens, and smaller spaces where you want bold color without overwhelming scale.
Plant it near pools or water features where the tropical vibe feels most natural, or use it as a thriller in large container combinations. The compact habit means you won't need to stake plants even in windy locations. Mass plantings create stunning drifts of color, while single specimens make dramatic focal points.
Wildlife Value
Hummingbirds zero in on the tubular orange flowers, visiting repeatedly throughout the day during their summer feeding frenzy. Butterflies appreciate the nectar as well, though the real show belongs to the hummers. The continuous bloom production means your garden becomes a reliable feeding station for these jewel-like visitors all season long.
Growing Tips
In zones 7-8, treat Cannova® Bronze Orange as a perennial with winter protection. Mulch heavily after the first frost and leave rhizomes in the ground. They'll resprout when soil warms in spring, though they may emerge later than you expect. In zones 9-11, cannas behave as true perennials that may even stay semi-evergreen through mild winters.
For colder zones, either grow cannas as annuals or dig the rhizomes after frost, let them dry for a few days, and store them in barely-moist peat moss in a cool (45-55°F) location until spring. Many gardeners find that the long season of bloom makes cannas worth growing as annuals even if you never dig and store them.
Cannas thrive on heat, humidity, and moisture. The more you give them, the more they'll reward you with lush growth and nonstop flowering. They're essentially maintenance-free once established, requiring only regular water, occasional feeding, and removal of spent blooms to look their best month after month.
