Side-by-side plant comparison — which is right for your garden?
Canna × generalis
Cannaceae · flowers
Chrysanthemum morifolium
Asteraceae · flowers
Canna Lily (Zones 7-11)
Chrysanthemum (Zones 5-9)
Overlap: Both grow in zones 7–9
| Feature | Canna Lily | Chrysanthemum |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Canna × generalis | Chrysanthemum morifolium |
| Family | Cannaceae | Asteraceae |
| Category | flowers | flowers |
| Sun | ☀️ Full Sun | ☀️ Full Sun |
| Water | 💧💧 Medium to High | 💧💧 Medium |
| Soil | Rich, Moist | Rich, Well-drained |
| Height | 6' | 3' |
| Spread | 2' | 2' |
| Bloom Season | Summer-Fall | Fall |
| Bloom Color | Red, Orange, Yellow, Pink | Yellow, Red, White, Purple |
| Growth Rate | Fast | Fast |
| Native Region | Tropical Americas | East Asia |
| Maintenance | Low | Medium |
Canna Lily
Chrysanthemum
Canna Lily
Chrysanthemum
Choose Canna Lily if you want a low-maintenance plant. It thrives in full sun with medium to high water in zones 7–11.
Choose Chrysanthemum if you don't mind medium maintenance. It thrives in full sun with medium water in zones 5–9.
Plant them together? Both overlap in zones 7–9. They share similar sun requirements (full sun), making them potential garden companions.
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