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CANNA speciosa
Commonly known as Canna lily, Indian shot plant
Tubular red flowers, green leaves
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Red -
Height1.9m (6ft) -
Spread50cm (20in)
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Bulb/Corm or rhizomatous perennialRhizomatous perennial. Large, paddle-shaped leaves 30-60cm (12-24in) long, and colourful, lily-like flowers
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HerbaceousEarly in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.
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Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winterHardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK except in severe winters and a risk from sudden (early) frosts. May be hardy elsewhere with wall shelter or good micro-climate. Likely to be damaged or killed in cold winters. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -5°C (23°F) -
Will grow outside in milder locationsThis could include plants which would survive happily in a greenhouse or conservatory if not in a mild location. If you have a sheltered spot in your garden then it may do well here.In greenhouse use loamless potting compost. Allow full light but shade from hot sun
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Full sunSheltered site. Water freely in dry spells
CANNA speciosa
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Additional FeaturesExotic plants
Good to knowDeadhead to promote continued flowering
Pests & DiseasesOutdoors - slugs, caterpillars. Under glass - red spider mites
Place of originAsia, tropical North and South America -
Flower ShapeTubular
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Garden Location/ConditionsBorderSuitable for a sheltered, sunny borderPatio / pot plants
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HardinessFrost hardy (down to -5)
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Seasonal InterestAutumnSummer
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Soil ConditionsFertile well drained soil
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Useful extras...
Fertilisers & Feeds - Vitax
Q4 Pelleted Fertiliser
A useful fertiliser suitable for use on a wide variety of plants. Q4 provides all the nutrients and trace elements essential for vigorous growth, abundant flowering and ripening of fruit.
3 options from £6.00
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
Afterplant - House Plant Feed
Empathy After Plant House Plant Pump & Feed is a 100% organic (OF&G registered) ready to use biostimulant.
Only £6.99
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
Rootgrow mycorrhizal fungi
Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
3 options from £3.00
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
All-purpose Seaweed Stimulant
All-purpose organic concentrated seaweed feed that is a ready to use, derived from sustainable harvested kelp, that can be used on all outdoor and indoor plants, except acid loving plants.
Perfect used in conjunction with Rootgrow™.
Only £7.50
Vermin & Pest Control
SB Plant Invigorator
This is a non-biological non-chemical plant insecticide and mildewcide.
Works against the physical motion of the insect. Perfect for all plants and edible crops.
Only £9.00
Garden Goodies
Slate Plant Labels
These wonderfully tactile natural slate plant labels are hand made in Cornwall and come with a chalk pen.
Just stick them in your pot or border. Pack of 6.
Only £10.00
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