2013 AAS Flower Winner
Canna South Pacific Scarlet F1
This variety is grown from seed, not tuber. Compact in habit and well suited for both landscape and container use. Canna South Pacific Scarlet prefers warm and humid conditions over 77F. This variety is more vigorous, more uniform, and has more basal branching than Canna Tropical Red.
Plant Description
Genus:
Canna
Species:
generalis
Common Name:
Canna
Plant Habit:
Upright
Plant Height:
26-32 inches
Foliage Color:
Green
Bloom Time:
Summer
Bloom Color:
Scarlet
Bloom Size:
4.5 inches
Bloom Color Pattern:
Solid
Breeder:
Takii & Co., Ltd.
Close Market Comparison:
Tropical Red, Tropical Rose, Tropical Bronze Scarlet
Planting & Care
Garden Spacing:
18-24 inches
Duration Type:
Annual
Hardiness Zone/Hardy to Zone:
Zone 8
Light Needs:
Full sun
Water Needs:
Normal
Weather Tolerance:
Heat, rain
Dead Heading Recommended:
No
Staking Required:
No
Pollinator Friendly:
Bees
Container:
Yes
Medium Height Divider:
Yes
Tall Background:
Yes
How to Grow:
Seeds should be sown indoors in mid- to late February in a growing medium. Lightly cover the seeds and water. Maintain a temperature of 68 to 77°F. When seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant them into individual pots. Plant outdoors after the danger of frost is past.
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