Horn Canna Farm has been selling Cannas since 1928 and is one of the largest Canna growing farms in the world, with over 30 varieties.   Be sure to read the “About” page to learn how they got started and how the 15 year old son traded a Jersey cow for the rights to the family business.   It even has a couple of great photos of the founding family. 

Cannas, or Canna Lilies, lost favor for a while in the American garden, but we’re rediscovering the beauty of these tall flowers with large colorful heads with interesting leaf patterns.  By the way, Cannas aren’t true lilies, but are members of the Cannaceae family.

 Cannas (or Canna lilies) are not to be confused with Calla Lillies, which are from the Zantedeschia family, although they do have some similarities.  While both are from more tropical climates, the Canna has its roots here (from South Carolina through South America) while the Calla has its roots in Africa.

 Here’s a  GUIDE TO GROWING ZANTEDESCHIA (CALLA LILIES)  from a Calla lily grower (and seller) – Lakeside Canna.  A company called Pacific Callas also has a large selection.  And Oregon Coastal Flowers has a large selection of both Calla Lilies and Hydrangeas.

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