Canna 'Purpurea'

Indian shot

• Position: full sun
• Soil: fertile, well-drained soil or loam-less potting compost
• Flowering period: June to September
• Flower colour: orange / red
• Other features: large, purple leaves
• Hardiness: half hardy

  
  Showy, bright red, iris-like flowers on long stems from June to September and large purple-bronze leaves. This stunning Indian shot plant is ideal for creating an exotic feel in a sunny, sheltered site. It makes an excellent centre-piece for a fertile, well-drained border or an exciting patio plant.

• Garden care: Avoid planting out young plants until all risk of frost has passed. Water regularly during the growing season, applying a phosphorus-rich liquid fertiliser each month. In frost-prone areas lift the rhizomes in autumn and store in a frost-free environment in barely-moist compost or leaf mould.

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