Overview
Canna x generalis 'Red Tiger' (v) is a clump forming conservatory greenhouse in the genus Canna, part of the Cannaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Canna x generalis 'Red Tiger' (v) grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam and sand soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H3. Suggested uses include architectural, city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal garden, mediterranean climate plants and patio and container plants.
About
Canna x generalis 'Red Tiger' is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial in the Cannaceae family, known for its upright stems and broad, oval leaves. This deciduous cultivar thrives in full sun with a sheltered aspect, favouring fertile, moist but well-drained soil types including loam and sand across a range of pH levels. It is suitable for south- or west-facing positions and is hardy to UK zone H3. Flowering in spring and summer, it is ideal for architectural planting, city and courtyard gardens, and patios, and can be propagated by division of rhizomes in spring.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Canna
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H3
Plant details
Canna x generalis 'Red Tiger' (v) size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Conservatory Greenhouse, Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Architectural, City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Mediterranean climate plants, Patio and container plants
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Canna x generalis 'Red Tiger' (v)
- Propagation
- Propagate by division of rhizomes in spring
- Pest resistance
- May be susceptible to caterpillars, glasshouse red spider mite and aphids
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to canna viruses
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Canna x generalis 'Red Tiger' (v)?
Canna x generalis 'Red Tiger' (v) prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Canna x generalis 'Red Tiger' (v) need?
Canna x generalis 'Red Tiger' (v) grows best in loam and sand soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Canna x generalis 'Red Tiger' (v) hardy in the UK?
Canna x generalis 'Red Tiger' (v) 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 x generalis 'Red Tiger' (v)?
Propagate by 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 compacta
- Canna glauca
- Canna hybrid
