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Canna 'Tropical Red'

Family Cannaceae
Plant Type "bulb, corm or tuber"
Zone USDA:   8a - 11   RHS:   H - FT   EGF:   H4 - G2   Australia:   2 - 5  
Care Level
Height 50 - 70 cm (1.5 - 2 ft)
Spread 45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture average to moist, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The "bulb, corm or tuber" Canna 'Tropical Red' (canna lily) is repeat-blooming and bears showy, bright yellow and fragrant blooms. The foliage is showy, matte, evergreen and bold in texture. A specimen plant, Canna 'Tropical Red' (canna lily) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Bedding plant, border, container, foundation, pond, specimen and tropical.
Special Characteristics It is worthy to note that Canna 'Tropical Red' tolerates wet sites. This "bulb, corm or tuber" attracts hummingbirds to your garden.
Cautions With its very fast growth rate, Canna 'Tropical Red' (canna lily) will reach its mature size quickly. Keep this in mind when planning the layout of your garden. Reaching maturity quickly can be a benefit if you want your garden to look more established sooner.