Canna 'Black Knight'

Also Known As

Canna x generalis 'Black Knight'

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 4'-6'
W: 2'

planting zones

7a-11

Canna 'Black Knight' plant details

Canna 'Black Knight' is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with burgundy foliage. In summer red flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Canna 'Black Knight'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: cannaceae
Foliage: deciduous burgundy
Mature size: 2 FT wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: red blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, clumping, container plant, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Canna 'Black Knight'

USDA Zones: 7a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Handsome burgundy-black leaves are a dramatic foil for the blood-red flowers mid- to late summer. 4 – 6' T, clumping.

By: Dancing Oaks Nursery

Gardening facts about Canna 'Black Knight' plant

How to Grow Canna 'Black Knight'

Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant