A compact, deciduous rhizomatous perennial with lush, dark green foliage. Erect stems produce bright red flowers from mid summer to early autumn. An ideal variety for pots, containers or a sunny border due to its compact nature
0.1-0.5 metres
0.1-0.5 metres
| Season | Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring | ||||
| Summer | ||||
| Autumn | ||||
| Winter |
As a patio plant grow in pots of peat-free compost in a sheltered site in full sun. Plants can also be planted into a sunny border. Water freely and apply a high potassium feed every 2-3 weeks in the growing season. Lift the rhizomes in autumn when frost blackens the foliage. Store over winter in barely moist compost in frost-free conditions. See canna cultivation for further information
Propagate by division of rhizomes in spring
Leave to die back in autumn, deadhead flowers to prolong flowering
May be susceptible to caterpillars, glasshouse red spider mite and aphids
May be susceptible to canna viruses