This tropical marginal plant boasts wine colored leaves with a bright orangy red flower. Canna 'Australia' is an eye catching water garden plant from quite a distance. Great for use as a background plant where taller growth is necessary. Red flowers can be seen all summer long.
Common Name: Canna Australia
Use: Tropical marginal
Bloom Season: Summer to fall
Flower Production: Moderate
Flower Color: Red
Leaf Color: Burgundy
Height: 15'' to 48”
Width: 6'' to 14''
Container Size: 2 gallon or larger
Fertilizer: 2 tablets a monthly
Hardiness Zone: 8-12
Light Conditions: Full sun to partial shade
Native To: Hybrid
MARGINAL OR BOG PLANTS – Marginal plants should be planted in individual containers of approximately 1 to 3 gallon capacity. Some marginal plants are grown in 2” net pots and it is recommended that you plant without removing these net pots as not to damage the roots. Plant as you would the lilies, but when adding fertilizer tablets, use 1 tablet for 1 gallon size pots and 2 tablets for 2 or 3 gallon size pots. Marginal plants should be lowered to a depth of only 1 to 3 inches. They grow out of the water and are usually found at the water’s edge.