Northwest Blooms · Perennials
Canna x generalis 'Tropical Rose'
Tropical Rose Canna Lilly

- Family
- Cannaceae
- Height
- 18 to 30 inches
- Width
- 16 to 18 inches
- Flower color
- Rose-pink
- Foliage color
- Green
- Bloom time
- Summer to frost
- Light
- Full sun
- Water
- Keep soil evenly moist
- Maintenance
- Low; remove spent flowers to encourage continued blooming
- Growing zone
- USDA zones 7 to 11
- Wildlife
- Attracts butterflies; deer resistant
About this plant
Canna × generalis 'Tropical Rose' is a hybrid cultivar that blooms from summer through fall, producing large, rose-pink flowers with hints of peach and a soft yellow throat. These elegant blooms are set against the plant's lush, green foliage, creating a tropical look in garden beds or containers. Native to the Americas, this cultivar combines the beauty of its species with enhanced bloom color and larger flowers.
What makes 'Tropical Rose' unique is its rich pink coloration, which offers a softer, more subtle option compared to some of the brighter orange and red-flowered cannas. The combination of its showy blooms and large, bold leaves adds texture and color, while the plant's ability to flower continuously throughout the season ensures a long-lasting display. This cultivar is a great choice for adding tropical flair to a variety of garden settings.
Works well in
Borders · Sun Gardens · Pollinator Gardens · Rain Gardens
Companion plants
Lavender · Coreopsis · Russian sage · Sedums · Peonies · Coneflowers
Design tip
The long summer show pairs well with plants that peak earlier, keeping one area interesting for months. Give it open sun and room to fill out, and repeat it in threes or fives so the planting reads as one sweep instead of scattered dots.
