Overview

Canna indica 'King Albert' red is a clump forming conservatory greenhouse in the genus Canna, part of the Cannaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Canna indica 'King Albert' red 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 indica, commonly known as Indian shot, African arrowroot, edible canna, purple arrowroot, Sierra Leone arrowroot, is a plant species in the family Cannaceae. It is native to the Americas and naturalized elsewhere.

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 indica 'King Albert' red 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 indica 'King Albert' red

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

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