Orientals are the most exotic of the lilies. They bloom midsummer to early fall, with big (up to nine-inch) fragrant flowers of white or pink, often spotted with gold and shaded or banded with red.

Do you know the different types of lilies? Canna lily, calla lily, true lily — can you tell the difference? Lilies of the genus Canna in the family Cannaceae are large, tropical or subtropical plants.

Many longtime gardeners consider canna lilies the workhorse of the flower garden. That’s because they are available in such a wide range of flower colors, sizes and foliage color. Canna lilies — or ...

These dazzling flowers will add a tropical feel to any garden.

Canna lilies are another favorite in our garden. Canna is the only genus in the family of cannaceae. In September, when other flowers have reached their peak, the canna lilies are displaying a ...

August brings heat and humidity, with frequent daily thunderstorms that may wreak havoc on summer-flowering perennials. Canna lilies are an exception, thriving during the dog days of summer. Cannas ...

Canna comes from the Greek word, kanna, which means reed or grass. The plants are not actually related to lilies at all. Canna is also referred to as Indian shot because of their hard, black, round ...

Lilies, one of the most beloved bulbs for the summer garden, herald the season's arrival with beautiful blooms at a time when most flowers are still in a holding pattern. Their bright flowers suit all ...