Canna 'Orange Sherbert' - Orange (Bare Root)
Best tropical accent for pond owners in warm climates.
Introduce a touch of the tropics to your water garden with the Canna 'Orange Sherbert'. This vibrant marginal plant features eye-catching, bright orange flowers accented by a sunny yellow heart, providing color when many other plants fade in mid-to-late summer heat. Known for being a fast multiplier, this Canna variety establishes quickly, giving your pond a lush, tropical feel. It is supplied as a bare root, ready for planting in suitable zones 8-10. Expect robust growth and beautiful blooms from this reliable pond accent.
$11.92
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
408
/ 955
#408 in Aquatic Plants
Price vs Category Average
-36%
Below average
Packaging Type
Bare Root
/ Bare Root
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking high-impact, continuous summer color
- Pond owners looking for natural water filtration and edge decor
- Landscapers wanting an immediate, lush tropical aesthetic
Who should skip it
- Impatient gardeners preferring instant results from potted plants
- Busy homeowners wanting low-maintenance, year-round outdoor perennials
- Gardeners who prefer hands-off plants without pest monitoring
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
Vibrant orange petals create an immediate tropical focal point for ponds.
Growth Rate
Rapid multiplication ensures lush coverage throughout the mid-summer season.
Heat Tolerance
Thrives and blooms reliably when other aquatic plants begin to wilt.
Planting Ease
Bare root format requires careful handling but establishes quickly in water.
Climate Versatility
Strict zone requirements limit success to warmer, frost-free environments.
Aesthetic Consistency
Provides reliable, high-contrast color exactly when garden interest often dips.
Key Specs
Packaging Type
Bare Root
Hardiness Zones
8-10
SKU
6689
Brand
Play It Koi - Pond Plants
Features
- Produces bright orange flowers with a yellow center
- Fast multiplier for quick pond coverage
- Flowers reliably during mid-late summer heat
- Gives a tropical aesthetic to the garden
- Shipped as bare root for planting
What customers say
Customers consistently highlight the excellent quality of the bare root stock, noting that the plants arrive healthy and ready for planting. The primary positive theme revolves around the ease of establishment; most buyers report vigorous sprouting and rapid growth once introduced to the pond environment. The vibrant Orange Sherbert color meets expectations, delivering a striking visual impact. While a few consumers experienced slower initial growth, the overall consensus confirms these Canna roots are highly viable and offer superb value for enhancing water gardens.
Know before you buy
Place the bare root in an aquatic planting basket using heavy garden soil or specialized aquatic potting media. Submerge the pot so the crown of the plant is just below the water surface, typically 1 to 3 inches deep, to allow the foliage to emerge above the water line.
Canna 'Orange Sherbert' is hardy in zones 8-10. If you live in a colder climate, you will need to remove the rhizomes from the pond in the fall, store them in a cool, frost-free location, and replant them once the danger of frost has passed in the spring.
This variety is a fast grower and can reach a significant size during the season. We recommend giving it at least 18 to 24 inches of space in your pond to ensure it has enough room to spread and produce its signature blooms.
Yes, for the best performance and most vibrant orange flowers, place your Canna in a location that receives at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight daily. While it can tolerate partial shade, flowering will be significantly reduced.
Yes, Canna 'Orange Sherbert' is perfectly safe for ponds containing koi, goldfish, and other aquatic wildlife. It provides excellent natural filtration and helps shade the water, which can discourage algae growth.
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