Side-by-side plant comparison — which is right for your garden?
Canna × generalis
Cannaceae · flowers
Pelargonium × hortorum
Geraniaceae · flowers
Canna Lily (Zones 7-11)
Geranium (Zones 9-11)
Overlap: Both grow in zones 9–11
| Feature | Canna Lily | Geranium |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Canna × generalis | Pelargonium × hortorum |
| Family | Cannaceae | Geraniaceae |
| Category | flowers | flowers |
| Sun | ☀️ Full Sun | ☀️ Full Sun |
| Water | 💧💧 Medium to High | 💧💧 Medium |
| Soil | Rich, Moist | Well-drained |
| Height | 6' | 1' 6" |
| Spread | 2' | 1' 6" |
| Bloom Season | Summer-Fall | Spring-Fall |
| Bloom Color | Red, Orange, Yellow, Pink | Red, Pink, White, Salmon |
| Growth Rate | Fast | Fast |
| Native Region | Tropical Americas | South Africa |
| Maintenance | Low | Medium |
Canna Lily
Geranium
Canna Lily
Geranium
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 Geranium if you don't mind medium maintenance, need drought tolerance, and want deer resistance. It thrives in full sun with medium water in zones 9–11.
Plant them together? Both overlap in zones 9–11. They share similar sun requirements (full sun), making them potential garden companions.
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