Darold Petty Posted January 22, 2015 Report Share Posted January 22, 2015 The good news; I collected a high elevation form of this Canna in Ecuador in 1996. It grows very well here in San Francisco, a cool, humid USDA zone 10A. The stems are about 9 feet high, the foliage is reminiscent of Heliconia, hummingbirds are crazy for the flowers, it grows all 12 months of the year, every stem makes good seeds. The seeds are viable for a long time. I have a large crop of seeds. The bad news; The foliage is damaged by wind, similar to banana. The seeds are difficult to germinate, with a low percentage of success. I tried scarification but that just seemed to increase rotting. If you have a good technique share it with me! More good news; Send me your mailing address by PM and I will mail you free seeds. I will wait until Sunday the 25th of January and then divide the seeds by the number of responders. Each recipient will receive a minimum of 10 seeds ,based on order of response. 4 San Francisco, California Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darold Petty Posted January 27, 2015 Author Report Share Posted January 27, 2015 Seeds mailed minutes ago to eight recipients, everyone who made a request will receive seeds. Enjoy ! 1 San Francisco, California Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Palm crazy Posted September 4, 2016 Report Share Posted September 4, 2016 (edited) Darold thanks for the seeds. I finally got around to planting them in early August, a few germinated fast. Then I forgot about them for a few weeks, All my palms in the that tray died from heat and drought, including your canna. But then this week a few cannas started growing back, One Tough Cookie. Since then one more seed has sprouted. Thanks for your generosity! BTW: I used spring water (in bottle) to water them, LOL! Tray I used has no drainage either. ~ Roger Edited September 4, 2016 by Palm crazy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darold Petty Posted September 5, 2016 Author Report Share Posted September 5, 2016 Anyone else ? I have more seeds now, although not as many as the first offer. PM me by Friday, Sept. 9th for free seeds. Please share your thoughts about the best technique for germination, thanks ! San Francisco, California Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flounder Posted September 13, 2016 Report Share Posted September 13, 2016 Here's my tuppence worth on germination. Anyone who's attempted canna seeds know about the hard seed coat and the danger to life and limb trying to use a file/hacksaw/nail clippers to pierce this. All i do now is place the seeds in a cup, boil a kettle, make a hot beverage(different cup), cover seeds in first cup with boiled water, listen for the cracking noise of the seed coats. After a couple of minutes, drain the water and place seeds in your preferred growing medium. I've used the damp paper towel in ziploc bag method to good effect. Once you see the white root emerging which usually happens in 2-7 days, pot up separately. The hot beverage is optional but why waste a boiled kettle. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darold Petty Posted September 16, 2016 Author Report Share Posted September 16, 2016 Thanks very much for the tuppence ! I mailed the seeds today to Bosnia, Canada (2), and Fresno. San Francisco, California Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flounder Posted September 16, 2016 Report Share Posted September 16, 2016 Could I try them next time you have some please? I've talked a good game about germination, just need to demonstrate it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
southpacific73 Posted September 21, 2016 Report Share Posted September 21, 2016 Just got my seeds today thanks Darold and I will let you know if I have any success with pictures. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jdiaz31089 Posted September 21, 2016 Report Share Posted September 21, 2016 I got mine also! Thank you! I'll update you on how my batch does Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jdiaz31089 Posted September 25, 2016 Report Share Posted September 25, 2016 I have germination! 2 of 12 so far today Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darold Petty Posted September 29, 2016 Author Report Share Posted September 29, 2016 On 9/16/2016 1:47:05, Flounder said: Could I try them next time you have some please? I've talked a good game about germination, just need to demonstrate it! Send me your mailing address by PM. You and Chris Chance will receive the last seeds. San Francisco, California Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Chance Posted September 30, 2016 Report Share Posted September 30, 2016 Sweet! Thanks Darold. Can't wait to give these a try! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jdiaz31089 Posted September 30, 2016 Report Share Posted September 30, 2016 I have had just about 100% germination on these. There are just two seeds that haven't sprouted. I'm looking forward to seeing how these grow outside for me. Thanks Darold for your generosity! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Latinmtl67 Posted October 4, 2016 Report Share Posted October 4, 2016 I got my seeds yesterday i'm trying to germinate 8of them lets see thank you agan Darold Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darold Petty Posted October 5, 2016 Author Report Share Posted October 5, 2016 I mailed the last seeds yesterday to Sussex,England and Moreno Valley, CA. If this Canna grows well for you recipients then remember my example, and pass on your seed to a third party gardener. Thanks ! San Francisco, California Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flounder Posted October 5, 2016 Report Share Posted October 5, 2016 2 hours ago, Darold Petty said: I mailed the last seeds yesterday to Sussex,England and Moreno Valley, CA. If this Canna grows well for you recipients then remember my example, and pass on your seed to a third party gardener. Thanks ! Brilliant, I'll put the kettle on Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Chance Posted October 10, 2016 Report Share Posted October 10, 2016 Seeds have arrived. Let the spouting begin. Thank you Darold! I will most definitely give some away once I have some available. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jdiaz31089 Posted October 30, 2016 Report Share Posted October 30, 2016 I thought I'd update you on these seeds. I got just about 100% germination. The squirrels took some, but what seeds were left have grown into this! 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Chance Posted November 2, 2016 Report Share Posted November 2, 2016 First one just popped through the soil. I'm sure more will show in the next few days. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackislebennet Posted July 12, 2019 Report Share Posted July 12, 2019 I have have acquired seeds of this species twice. I scarified them as with other Canna spp seeds and have had good% of germination. Then, the problems start. Most of the seedlings died (damp off) before I could transfer them to their own, small containers. Bottom line- I have now succeeded with one of the seedlings, "uppotted" it twice and it already has several offsets. This species wants copious quantities of water and leaves can even burn in morning sum in the summer, here in Orange County, Calif. Note: Most species of Canna grow in somewhat shaded conditions in their natural habitats. Despite the conventional wisdom, the species do not require full sun conditions to flourish in horticulture, especially in hot summer climates. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan85 Posted April 29, 2021 Report Share Posted April 29, 2021 Are these cannas still available? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darold Petty Posted May 16, 2021 Author Report Share Posted May 16, 2021 Alan 85, Welcome to Palmtalk ! Sorry, but I don't have seed at this time. San Francisco, California Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amh Posted May 17, 2021 Report Share Posted May 17, 2021 On 5/16/2021 at 8:53 AM, Darold Petty said: Alan 85, Welcome to Palmtalk ! Sorry, but I don't have seed at this time. Hey Darold, do you know the root hardiness of this species of canna? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darold Petty Posted May 17, 2021 Author Report Share Posted May 17, 2021 No, I don't have a clue, sorry. Even though this species has a vast geographical distribution, my plant was sourced from high elevation cloud forest in Ecuador. Here in SF, my microclimate is similar, we do not receive any warmth in summer, but also never get winter temps below freezing. This just shows how crude the USDA ratings are, ....both SF and south Florida are zone 10. San Francisco, California Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amh Posted May 17, 2021 Report Share Posted May 17, 2021 3 minutes ago, Darold Petty said: No i don't have a clue, sorry. Even though this species has a vast geographical distribution, my plant was sourced from high elevation cloud forest in Ecuador. Here in SF, my microclimate is similar, we do not receive any warmth in summer, but also never get winter temps below freezing. This just shows how crude the USDA ratings are, ....both SF and south Florida are zone 10. Okay, just curious on whether it will survive in the ground at my location. I have some seeds that I need to start and I haven't found much available information on this species. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EJ;) Posted June 7, 2021 Report Share Posted June 7, 2021 If you have any more viable seeds I would love to try and grow some. I have a acre property that was barren when i moved in 4 years ago. Trying to basically reforest it with tropical plants from around the world. High hopes ! EJ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Horton Tran Posted October 13, 2022 Report Share Posted October 13, 2022 You have any seeds available for this species? If not, I don’t mind the rhizome if you have extra? I’m a Canna collector and I would love to have this one for my collection. Thanks 🙏 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darold Petty Posted October 13, 2022 Author Report Share Posted October 13, 2022 Mea culpa, I have not paid much attention to my plant lately. I will be more aware of the future seed production. San Francisco, California Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Horton Tran Posted April 23 Report Share Posted April 23 Thanks so much for your response. Just to follow up with you if you have any update for your plants. I don’t mind if you have any rhizomes that love to share? I’m willing to pay you shipping cost for that if seeds not ava. Thanks 🙏 in advance! 😊 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ASHCVS Posted August 29 Report Share Posted August 29 On 10/12/2022 at 6:13 PM, Darold Petty said: Mea culpa, I have not paid much attention to my plant lately. I will be more aware of the future seed production. Yes. I’m hoping more seeds are eventually available. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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