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Canna 'Crimson Beauty'

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 48"-60"
  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 8b-10b

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Canna 'Crimson Beauty' plant details

Canna 'Crimson Beauty' is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In summer red flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Canna 'Crimson Beauty'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: cannaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 48 IN - 60 IN - tall
Flowers: red blooms in summer
Uses: big leaves, border plant, container plant, cutting garden, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Canna 'Crimson Beauty'

USDA Zones: 8b - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Flowering in a lush rosy red with suede-textured petals grouped in heavy clusters, Crimson Beauty is the perfect partner for oversized cream and pink dahlias like Cafe' au Lait and Omega. Four to five foot tall plants grow fast and bloom from summer through fall, delivering lots of garden bang for your buck.

By: Leafari

Gardening facts about Canna 'Crimson Beauty' plant

How to Grow Canna 'Crimson Beauty'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • red
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • glossy

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