Side-by-side plant comparison — which is right for your garden?
Canna × generalis
Cannaceae · flowers
Citrus limon
Rutaceae · trees
Canna Lily (Zones 7-11)
Lemon Tree (Zones 9-11)
Overlap: Both grow in zones 9–11
| Feature | Canna Lily | Lemon Tree |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Canna × generalis | Citrus limon |
| Family | Cannaceae | Rutaceae |
| Category | flowers | trees |
| Sun | ☀️ Full Sun | ☀️ Full Sun |
| Water | 💧💧 Medium to High | 💧💧 Medium |
| Soil | Rich, Moist | Well-drained, Sandy, Acidic |
| Height | 6' | 20' |
| Spread | 2' | 15' |
| Bloom Season | Summer-Fall | Year-round |
| Bloom Color | Red, Orange, Yellow, Pink | White, Purple |
| Growth Rate | Fast | Medium |
| Native Region | Tropical Americas | Southeast Asia |
| Maintenance | Low | Medium |
Canna Lily
Lemon Tree
Canna Lily
Lemon Tree
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 Lemon Tree 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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