Thursday, June 3, 2010

Perennial Of The Day

Canna x generalis 'Tropical Rose'
Garden Canna, Canna Lily

Type Perennial
Hardy range 9A to 10B
Height 24" to 30" / 60cm to 75cm
Spread 12" to 24" / 30cm to 60cm
Growth rate Fast
Form Upright or erect
Exposure Full sun
Persistence Deciduous

Bloom Color Pink
Bloom Time Summer and Fall

The flowers are showy.

Environment This plant tolerates occasional wetness and a little salt.
This plant will grow in moist to wet soil.
Suitable soil is well-drained/loamy, sandy or clay.
The pH preference is a neutral soil.

Leaf Color Green
This plant has attractive foliage.

Culture Notes 'Tropical Rose' was chosen as an All-America Selections for 1992. These improved dwarf Cannas are often grown as annuals in areas where they are not hardy. They are not tolerant of poor, dry, or rocky soil and need plenty of water during their growing season. However, they are tolerant of heat and humidity.


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