Canna's (H3) are rhizomatous herbaceous perennials with erect stems bearing ovate leaves, with showy 3-petalled flowers in racemes or panicles in summer and autumn. Flowers: Summer and Autumn. Deciduous. Suggested Plant Uses: City/Courtyard Gardens, Flowers Borders and Beds, Patio/Container Plants or Sub-tropical. Soil: Acid, Alkaline or Neutral. Moist but well-drained or well-drained. Chalk, Clay, Loam or Sand. Aspect: West or South facing. Sheltered.
Canna edulis Purpurea A large canna, growing to around 6-8ft with thick stems and large green/purple leaves and red/orange flowers.