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Firecracker Red Canna

Canna x generalis 'Firecracker'

Sku #6448

Tropical perennial for mass planting in sunny borders. Reliable summer color under a wide variety of growing conditions. In cold climates, lift bulbs in fall. Perennial.

  • Light Needs
    Full sun

    Light Needs

  • Water Needs
    Water regularly, when top 3 in. of soil is dry.
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Overview
Light Needs:
Full sun
Watering Needs:
Water regularly, when top 3 in. of soil is dry.
Landscape Size:
Fast growing to 3 feet tall, 20 inches wide.
Key Feature:
Summer Flowering
Blooms:
Throughout summer.
Landscape Uses:
Border, Mass Planting, Poolside, Very Wet Areas, Water Garden
Detail
Botanical Pronunciation:KAN-uh jen-er-RAY-liss
Plant type:Perennial
Deciduous/evergreen:Herbaceous
Growth rate:Fast
Average landscape size:Fast growing to 3 feet tall, 20 inches wide.
Special features:Attracts Butterflies, Pet Friendly
Foliage color:Green
Blooms:Throughout summer.
Flower color:Red
Flower attributesShowy Flowers
Garden styleContemporary, Cottage, Tropical
Care
Care Information
Follow a regular watering schedule to establish. Protect from severe cold. In mild winter areas leave in-ground for spring regrowth. In cold winter areas dig and store bulb in a cool dry place. As an indoor plant, locate near bright light.
Light Needs:
Light needs: Full Sun
Full sun
Watering Needs:
Water needs: Moderate
Water regularly, when top 3 in. of soil is dry.
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This Plant’s Growing Zones: 7 - 11

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