Canna ‘Wyoming’

Canna 'Wyoming' is a tall ornamental canna cultivar valued for vivid orange flowers and dark bronze-to-burgundy foliage. It is grown from rhizomes and performs best during warm, frost-free weather.

Canna 'Wyoming' grows best in full sun, ideally with at least 6 hours of direct light daily. More sun generally supports stronger stems, better flowering, and darker foliage.

Water Canna 'Wyoming' whenever the soil surface begins to dry, keeping the soil evenly moist but not persistently waterlogged. Plants in containers or hot weather may need watering more often.

Canna 'Wyoming' can become very tall, reaching roughly 6 to 7 feet in favorable conditions. Windy sites may require support, especially when the plant is grown in partial shade.

Canna 'Wyoming' produces bright orange flowers that contrast strongly with its dark bronze foliage. Flowering typically begins in summer and can continue into fall when spent blooms are removed.

Canna 'Wyoming' can be grown outdoors year-round in many USDA Zones 8 through 11, provided the rhizomes are protected from freezing. In colder zones, treat it as a summer plant and overwinter the rhizomes indoors.

Canna 'Wyoming' can tolerate partial shade, but full sun is better for flowering and rich foliage color. Too much shade may produce taller, weaker stems and fewer flowers.

Canna 'Wyoming' likes consistently moist soil and can tolerate more moisture than many ornamentals, but the soil should still drain adequately. Avoid cold, stagnant conditions around dormant rhizomes because they can promote rot.

Canna 'Wyoming' can grow well in a large container with fertile, moisture-retentive potting mix and drainage holes. Choose a heavy pot that will not tip easily as the tall stems develop.

Plant Canna 'Wyoming' in a sunny, sheltered location where its tall stems will not shade shorter plants. It works well as a background plant, tropical-style focal point, or large-container specimen.

Use fertile, moisture-retentive but well-drained soil for Canna 'Wyoming'. Incorporating compost before planting can improve fertility and help sandy or heavy soils hold a more even level of moisture.

Canna 'Wyoming' benefits from regular feeding during active growth because it is a vigorous, heavy-feeding plant. Apply a balanced fertilizer according to the product label, and avoid fertilizing while the rhizomes are dormant.

Insufficient sunlight, cold soil, drought, overcrowded rhizomes, or excessive nitrogen can reduce flowering in Canna 'Wyoming'. Move container plants into brighter light, keep the soil evenly moist, and divide congested clumps when needed.

Brown leaves on Canna 'Wyoming' commonly result from drought, scorching heat, wind damage, or frost. Keep the root zone evenly moist, protect plants from freezing temperatures, and remove badly damaged foliage.

Canna leaf rollers, caterpillars, aphids, spider mites, and slugs can occasionally affect Canna 'Wyoming'. Inspect new growth and rolled leaves regularly, then use hand removal or a labeled treatment appropriate for the pest.

Deadhead Canna 'Wyoming' by removing faded flower clusters and developing seed pods. The plant may continue blooming without deadheading, but removing old flower parts keeps it neater and can encourage a longer display.

Plant Canna 'Wyoming' rhizomes in spring after the danger of frost has passed and the soil has warmed to about 60°F. In short-season areas, start rhizomes indoors several weeks earlier in containers.

Plant Canna 'Wyoming' rhizomes about 2 to 4 inches deep, with visible growing eyes facing upward when possible. Avoid planting too deeply in cold or heavy soil, where emergence may be delayed.

Space Canna 'Wyoming' rhizomes about 12 to 18 inches apart for a full display while allowing room for expansion. Give extra space in windy locations or where air circulation is limited.

Yes, start Canna 'Wyoming' indoors in a container about 6 to 8 weeks before outdoor planting time. Keep it warm and bright, then acclimate it gradually before moving it outside after frost danger has passed.

Transplant Canna 'Wyoming' with the rhizome and emerging shoots at approximately the same depth as before, disturbing the roots as little as possible. Water thoroughly after planting and keep the soil evenly moist while it re-establishes.

Propagate Canna 'Wyoming' by dividing its rhizomes, preferably in spring as new growth begins. Each division should include at least one healthy growing eye or shoot and a firm section of rhizome.

Rhizome division is the reliable way to reproduce Canna 'Wyoming' true to type. Seed may be unavailable, difficult to produce, or genetically variable, so seedlings should not be expected to match the parent plant exactly.

Divide Canna 'Wyoming' in spring before vigorous growth, when the rhizome eyes are visible and active. Dividing every few years can rejuvenate crowded clumps and restore better flowering.

In areas where the ground freezes, dig Canna 'Wyoming' rhizomes after frost has killed the foliage or before a hard freeze. Let them dry briefly, then store them cool and mostly dry in a breathable medium, checking periodically for rot or excessive shriveling.

Canna 'Wyoming' can usually remain in the ground in mild, frost-free climates, but freezing conditions can kill the rhizomes. In borderline areas, protect dormant clumps with a deep mulch or store the rhizomes indoors for greater reliability.

Cut Canna 'Wyoming' back to the ground after frost damages the foliage or before lifting the rhizomes for storage. In frost-free climates, remove yellowing stems and leaves as needed while leaving healthy foliage in place.

Canna 'Wyoming' is generally considered a low-concern ornamental plant rather than a major poisonous garden plant. Pets or people that eat unfamiliar plant material can still develop stomach upset, so contact a veterinarian or poison service if symptoms occur.

Canna 'Wyoming' is generally regarded as low concern, but children should not be encouraged to chew ornamental plants. Remove fallen plant material and seek medical advice if a significant amount is eaten or symptoms develop.

Canna 'Wyoming' usually blooms from mid-summer into fall, with timing depending on planting date, temperature, sunlight, and climate. Warm conditions and regular moisture promote the longest flowering period.

Give Canna 'Wyoming' full sun, fertile soil, regular moisture, and adequate feeding during active growth. Deadhead spent flower clusters and divide severely overcrowded clumps to help maintain bloom production.

The bright orange flowers of Canna 'Wyoming' can be attractive to hummingbirds and other pollinators. Plant it in full sun where the flowers are visible and avoid pesticides that could harm visiting insects.