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Canna 'Black Knight'

'Black Knight' Canna

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Description

This beautiful plant can reach 6' tall, with tropical looking, broad, maroon leaves and striking dark red flowers. It blooms throughout the summer. This tuberous perennial needs a moderate amount of water and full sun.

 

Plant Type

Shrub, Perennial

Height Range

3-6'

Flower Color

Red

Flower Season

Summer

Leaf Color

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Medium, High, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Fast, Moderate

Soil Type

Loam

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Moist

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Tropical

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

n/a

Location Uses

Perennial Border, Shrub Border

Special Uses

Screen

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Turn sprinklers on and view them operating at least once a month.

Check for and fix missing drip emitters, leaking sprinklers, valves, and pipes. One broken spray sprinkler can waste 100 gallons in a 10 minute watering cycle.