Canna 'Roi Humbert'

Also Known As

Canna 'Red King Humbert'
Canna x 'Roi Humbert'
Red King Humbert Canna
Red King Humbert Canna Lily

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber, aquatic

size

H: 5'-6'
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

8a-11

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Canna 'Roi Humbert' plant details

Canna 'Roi Humbert' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial aquatic bulb / corm / tuber with bronze and red foliage. In summer red flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in acidic, alkaline, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Canna 'Roi Humbert'

Plant type: perennial aquatic bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: cannaceae
Foliage: deciduous bronze and red
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 5 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: red blooms in summer
Uses: big leaves, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Canna 'Roi Humbert'

USDA Zones: 8a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer, seaside / salt and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, alkaline, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Canna 'Red King Humbert' has lush, tropical, burgundy foliage that deepens in colour with heat and intense sun topped in summer by bright red flowers. It can grow to 6 feet or more with rich soil and good moisture. Cannas offer great tropical foliage and are generally hardy in coastal BC but sensitive to winter wet. In the garden, plant in a well-drained sunny location and mulch with leaves in winter. Cannas are also great in pots. Shelter these in a garage or against the house over the cool months, though watch those cold snaps which are hard on potted plants. Virus free.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

Large tropical bronze-red foliage is topped with glowing fiery red blooms in summer. A semi-dwarf Canna reaching 5-6' H. Cut spent flowering stems to promote new stem formation. Our 1 gallon plants are already 2-3' H as of May 17, 2010 and are multiple rhizomes per pot. Cannas are rhizomatous perennials in colder regions and will multiply readily. Item 3053