Huge cannalike leaves are striking. Purple flowers are borne on long, wand-like stalks late in summer. The entire plant is dusted with a fine white powder.
Native Plant Database
Callicarpa americana. Photo: Mervin Wallace
Water Canna
Thalia dealbata
Plant Type: Herbaceous Perennials
Native Environment: Wetland
Season of Interest:
Main Color: Purple
Fall Color:
Hardy From Zone: 6
Hardy To Zone: 9
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Soil
Moisture
High
Nature Attracting
Wildlife Benefit
Animal
Resistance
Deer Resistant
Size
Height:
48 to
60
inches
Spread:
24 to
36
inches
Size
Height: 48 to
60
inches
Spread: 24 to
36
inches
Size
Height: 48 to
60
inches
Spread: 24 to
36
inches
Typical Landscape Use
Use in water gardens and ponds.
Establishment and Care Instructions
Grow in full sun in shallow water. Plants are winter if fully submerged, and must be protected from freezing in colder areas.
Special Features
Special Usage
Rainscaping, Fresh Cut Flower
Basic Description
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