Bleeding Heart vs Canna Lily

Side-by-side plant comparison — which is right for your garden?

Bleeding Heart

Lamprocapnos spectabilis

Papaveraceae · flowers

Deer ResistantLow Maintenance

Canna Lily

Canna × generalis

Cannaceae · flowers

EdibleLow Maintenance

Hardiness Zone Range

Bleeding Heart (Zones 3-9)

Canna Lily (Zones 7-11)

Overlap: Both grow in zones 7–9

Detailed Comparison

Feature	Bleeding Heart	Canna Lily
Scientific Name	Lamprocapnos spectabilis	Canna × generalis
Family	Papaveraceae	Cannaceae
Category	flowers	flowers
Sun	⛅ Part Shade	☀️ Full Sun
Water	💧💧 Medium	💧💧 Medium to High
Soil	Rich, Moist	Rich, Moist
Height	3'	6'
Spread	2'	2'
Bloom Season	Spring	Summer-Fall
Bloom Color	Pink, White	Red, Orange, Yellow, Pink
Growth Rate	Medium	Fast
Native Region	East Asia	Tropical Americas
Maintenance	Low	Low

Special Traits

Bleeding Heart

No — EdibleYes — Deer ResistantNo — Drought Tolerant

Canna Lily

Yes — EdibleNo — Deer ResistantNo — Drought Tolerant

Care Tips

Bleeding Heart

✓Plant ferns nearby to fill space when bleeding heart goes dormant.
✓Prefers cool, moist conditions.
✓Self-seeds in ideal conditions.
✓Toxic if ingested.

Canna Lily

✓Dig rhizomes before frost in cold climates.
✓Full sun and rich soil for best performance.
✓Keep well watered.
✓Divide overcrowded clumps in spring.

Which Plant Is Right for Your Garden?

Choose Bleeding Heart if you want a low-maintenance plant, and want deer resistance. It thrives in part shade with medium water in zones 3–9.

Choose Canna Lily if you want a low-maintenance plant. It thrives in full sun with medium to high water in zones 7–11.

Plant them together? Both overlap in zones 7–9. However, they have different sun needs, so plan your garden layout carefully.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can Bleeding Heart and Canna Lily grow in the same hardiness zone?

Bleeding Heart grows in USDA zones 3-9, while Canna Lily grows in zones 7-11. Both plants can grow together in zones 7 through 9.

Do Bleeding Heart and Canna Lily have the same sun and water needs?

Bleeding Heart needs part shade and medium water, while Canna Lily needs full sun and medium to high water. Their differing requirements mean you may need separate garden areas for each.

Which grows taller, Bleeding Heart or Canna Lily?

Canna Lily grows taller at 6' compared to Bleeding Heart at 3'. Canna Lily spreads 2' while Bleeding Heart spreads 2'.

Are Bleeding Heart and Canna Lily deer resistant?

Bleeding Heart is deer resistant, but Canna Lily is not. If deer are a concern, Bleeding Heart is the better choice, or protect Canna Lily with fencing.

Which is easier to maintain, Bleeding Heart or Canna Lily?

Both Bleeding Heart and Canna Lily have low maintenance requirements. They need a similar level of care including regular attention to watering, pruning, and soil health.

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Detailed Comparison

Feature	Bleeding Heart	Canna Lily
Scientific Name	Lamprocapnos spectabilis	Canna × generalis
Family	Papaveraceae	Cannaceae
Category	flowers	flowers
Sun	⛅ Part Shade	☀️ Full Sun
Water	💧💧 Medium	💧💧 Medium to High
Soil	Rich, Moist	Rich, Moist
Height	3'	6'
Spread	2'	2'
Bloom Season	Spring	Summer-Fall
Bloom Color	Pink, White	Red, Orange, Yellow, Pink
Growth Rate	Medium	Fast
Native Region	East Asia	Tropical Americas
Maintenance	Low	Low

Care Tips

Bleeding Heart

✓Plant ferns nearby to fill space when bleeding heart goes dormant.
✓Prefers cool, moist conditions.
✓Self-seeds in ideal conditions.
✓Toxic if ingested.

Canna Lily

✓Dig rhizomes before frost in cold climates.
✓Full sun and rich soil for best performance.
✓Keep well watered.
✓Divide overcrowded clumps in spring.

Which Plant Is Right for Your Garden?

Choose Bleeding Heart if you want a low-maintenance plant, and want deer resistance. It thrives in part shade with medium water in zones 3–9.

Choose Canna Lily if you want a low-maintenance plant. It thrives in full sun with medium to high water in zones 7–11.

Plant them together? Both overlap in zones 7–9. However, they have different sun needs, so plan your garden layout carefully.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Bleeding Heart and Canna Lily grow in the same hardiness zone?

Bleeding Heart grows in USDA zones 3-9, while Canna Lily grows in zones 7-11. Both plants can grow together in zones 7 through 9.

Do Bleeding Heart and Canna Lily have the same sun and water needs?

Bleeding Heart needs part shade and medium water, while Canna Lily needs full sun and medium to high water. Their differing requirements mean you may need separate garden areas for each.

Which grows taller, Bleeding Heart or Canna Lily?

Canna Lily grows taller at 6' compared to Bleeding Heart at 3'. Canna Lily spreads 2' while Bleeding Heart spreads 2'.

Are Bleeding Heart and Canna Lily deer resistant?

Bleeding Heart is deer resistant, but Canna Lily is not. If deer are a concern, Bleeding Heart is the better choice, or protect Canna Lily with fencing.

Which is easier to maintain, Bleeding Heart or Canna Lily?

Both Bleeding Heart and Canna Lily have low maintenance requirements. They need a similar level of care including regular attention to watering, pruning, and soil health.