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

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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

Canna 'Black Knight' is a canna lily with dark burgundy foliage that will add intrigue to any space it inhabits. The dark red flowers add another layer of intensity to the scene. Fast growing and statuesque from 4 to 6 feet tall, the large leaves and splendid flowers will provide subtropical drama for your garden or container. Blooms summer to frost. Hardy to zone 7 if planted in well-drained soil and given a little mulch. Virus free. Hummingbird attractor.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

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