Canna World's Tallest Musifolia is a giant among canna lilies, reaching an impressive height of 72 to 96 inches with a spread of up to 48 inches. Its striking, banana-sized leaves are the star attraction, featuring a rich, tropical appearance with bronzed ribs and edges. Late in the season, it produces beautiful reddish-coral blooms, adding a touch of elegance to its already stunning display. Perfect for creating a dramatic garden focal point, this towering canna lily commands attention wherever it is planted.
A heat-loving, rhizomatous tender perennial, Musifolia thrives in Zones 8-11 and is particularly well-suited to southern gardens. Its upright habit and rapid growth make it ideal for beds, borders, or large patio containers. When planted in groups or masses, it creates a mesmerizing, lush effect, evoking the grandeur of a tropical paradise.
Low-maintenance and easy to grow, Musifolia performs best in sunny to partially shaded locations with organically rich, well-draining soil. Keep the soil consistently moist but ensure proper drainage to avoid bulb rot. Deadhead faded blooms by removing the entire flowering stem to encourage continuous flowering and allow the foliage to die back naturally before cutting it away. deer-resistant and resilient, this plant brings vibrant drama to any garden.
Plant rhizomes 2 to 4 inches deep in warm spring soil, spacing them 18 to 24 inches apart with shoots (3-5 eyes) facing upward. Apply mulch for added winter protection in Zones 8-11. In colder regions, plant bulbs in early summer and dig them up in fall to store in a frost-free location for the next season.
| Genus | Canna |
| Species | musifolia |
| Item Form | Pack of 3 |
| Zone | 8 - 11 |
| Bloom Start to End | Early Summer - Mid Fall |
| Habit | Upright |
| Height | 8 ft |
| Width | 24 in |
| Restrictions | *Due to state restrictions we cannot ship to the following: Canada, Guam, Puerto Rico, Virgin Islands |
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