A flamboyant, clump-forming Canna with spectacular scarlet-red flowers contrasting beautifully against a backdrop of paddle-shaped, luxuriant bronze foliage. ‘Cannova Bronze Scarlet' flowers over a long summer season to the first frosts and is ideally suited for jungle-themed planting schemes whether in the border, a large pot, or by the margins of a pond.
How to care for Canna × generalis Cannova Bronze Scarlet ('Fcaa35') (Cannova Series):
Avoid planting out young plants until all risk of frost has passed. Water regularly during the growing season, applying a phosphorus-rich liquid fertiliser each month. In frost-prone areas lift the rhizomes in autumn and store in a frost-free environment in barely-moist compost or leaf mould.
Flowering period:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Eventual height:
1m
Eventual spread:
0.5m
Rate of growth:
Fast-growing
Soil:
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
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Humans/Pets: Ornamental bulbs - not to be eaten