Overview
Canna compacta is a clump forming conservatory greenhouse in the genus Canna, part of the Cannaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Canna compacta grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H3. Suggested uses include patio and container plants, bedding, conservatory and greenhouse and flower borders and beds.
About
Canna compacta is a species of the Canna genus, belonging to the family Cannaceae, distributed between the south of Brazil and northern Argentina. Introduced to England from South America in 1820.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Canna
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H3
Plant details
Canna compacta size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Conservatory Greenhouse, Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Patio and container plants, Bedding, Conservatory and greenhouse, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Canna compacta
- Propagation
- Division of rhizomes in spring
- Pest resistance
- Susceptible to aphids, glasshouse red spider mite, slugs and snails, caterpillars
- Disease resistance
- Susceptible to canna viruses
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Canna compacta?
Canna compacta prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Canna compacta need?
Canna compacta grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Canna compacta hardy in the UK?
Canna compacta has an RHS hardiness rating of H3, meaning it is half-hardy, tolerating -5 to 1°C, and may need winter protection in colder areas.
How do I propagate Canna compacta?
Division of rhizomes in spring.
More in the Canna genus
- Canna 'Intrigue'
- Canna 'Roma'
- Canna 'Yellow Humbert'canna 'Yellow Humbert'
- Canna cinnabarina
- Canna coccinea
- Canna glauca
- Canna hybrid
- Canna indica 'King Albert' red