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Canna Tropicanna® BLACK 200MM

Canna var. 'Lon01' 'Tropicanna® Black'

I am Canna Tropicanna® BLACK. My family originated from Central America.

Habit Shrub - Creates contrast in the garden

Plant family Cannaceae

I am a dramatic, multi-hued tropical foliage plant, with bold dark bronze foliage that gives colour even when not in flower. I have large rich scarlet flowers that fade to orange, from Summer to late Autumn. My flowers are a vibrant contrast to my dark foliage. I am suitable for decorative pots indoors or on your patio, as well as poorly drained medium to wet areas in the garden.

I am popular and will make you happy because...

My dark metallic foliage works wonders creating contrast and as a backdrop in the garden

I am topped with large vibrant scarlet/orange flowers from summer to late autumn

I perform well in pots and am a great way to brighten up patios and paved areas

Features

Ideal light: Full Sun to Part ShadeI thrive in full sun to partial shade and can be grown indoors in a well lit postition. Protected from frost

Height: 1.8m Width: 0.5m(Size at point of sale approx. 1m including pot)

Water needs: MediumI need moderate water once established

I am happy growing in most soils and don't mind growing in wet boggy soils and am tolerant of dry conditions

Frost tolerance: Frost sensitive

Plant features

Cut flowers Coastal tolerant Handles wet/boggy spots Scarlet Orange flowers Black foliage Flowers Jan-May, Dec

Plant me:

In garden beds and general landscaping
In pots and other containers
As a hedge or screening plant

Tips for success

Remove my foliage back to 10cm in height in late autumn

Suggested spacing: 0.3m apart.

Full Sun to Part Shade (4+ hours of direct sun)

Water regularly while establishing, then check soil moisture before watering.

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Ongoing care

Remove spent flowers and finished flower stems to keep plants tidy and encourage flowering. Cut back dead foliage when it dies down, and water during dry periods while actively growing.

Watering, mulch, feeding and pruning

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