‘Canna’
FAMILY: Canna
USES: Flower display and leafy tropical effect. Does well as a border, edging plant, in pots, containers, groundcover, around pools, courtyards, patios, near pools and water features.
SIZE: Grows 1-3m tall.
LOCATION: Full sun to light partial shade. Does well with some protection from direct sea wind or hot, dry desert wind.
SOIL: Prefers sandy, organically enriched free draining fertile soil with a pH 6.1 – 7.5, mildly acidic to neutral.
FERTILISER: Apply a slow release 14:14:14 NPK every four months if grow in pots. Use a 19:6:12 NPK annually if grown in the ground.
WATER: Keep soil moist. Moderately drought tolerant for very short periods only. Prefers regular watering and will also grow well in lake and pond margins.
Wahat Al Sahraa Nurseries, Al Amardi St., Al Khawaneej, P.O. Box 37579, Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
