Tropicanna® Canna
Canna indica 'Phasion'
SKU
2248
Tall stems are crowned by large bright orange flower heads, summer to fall. Exotic foliage adds interest; emerging bright burgundy leaves mature with splendid stripes of red, pink, yellow and green in varying patterns. Perennial. Full sun. Fast-growing erect stalks to 5 feet tall. Division.
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7 - 11 Change
Full sun
Water regularly to maintain evenly moist soil - weekly, or more often.
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| Botanical Pronunciation | KAN-uh IN-dih-kuh |
|---|---|
| Lore | Canna was once called Indian shot because its rock hard, perfectly round seed was used as a substitute for lead shot in muzzle loading guns. |
| Average Size at Maturity | Upright stalks quickly reach 5 ft. tall, forming clumps 3 to 4 ft. wide. |
| Bloom Time | Summer to Fall |
| Design Ideas | Use this canna to create an undeniably tropical look, even where there's frost. Add to existing beds and borders for dramatic, long lasting foliage color and contrasting form or texture. A natural beside pools and water gardens. Favorite of modern garden designers. Excellent in pots on porch, patio, terrace and balcony. |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Flower Attribute | Showy Flowers |
| Flower Color | Orange |
| Foliage Color | Multicolored |
| Garden Style | Tropical |
| Growth Habit | Erect |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Firescaping/Fire Wise, Houseplant, Mass Planting, Poolside, Specimen, Very Wet Areas, Water Garden |
| Light Needs | Full sun |
| Soil Needs | Flower & Rose Food |
| Special Feature | Clump Forming, Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Naturalizes Well, Tolerates Wet Soils, Fast Growing, Pet Friendly |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Watering Needs | Water regularly to maintain evenly moist soil - weekly, or more often. |
| Key Feature | Exotic Flowers and Foliage |
Thrives in loose, nutrient-rich, evenly moist soils, but adaptable when established; tolerates wet, poorly drained soils. In mild winter regions, leave in-ground for spring regrowth; prune to the ground in fall. In regions below zone 7, remove rhizomes in fall and store in a cool, dry place. As an indoor plant, provide bright, indirect light.
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