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Canna 'Red Futurity'

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 30"-40"
  • W: 24"

planting zones

  • 8a-10b

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Canna 'Red Futurity' plant details

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF Canna 'Red Futurity'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: cannaceae
Foliage: deciduous chocolate
Mature size: 24 IN wide, 30 IN - 40 IN - tall
Flowers: red blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Canna 'Red Futurity'

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Crimson red flowers set against chocolate bronze foliage makes this canna stand out. Plant with yellows and oranges for an electrified presentation. As a bonus, canna Red Futurity is a "self cleaning" variety, i.e. the spent blooms drop off on their own, keeping the presentation clean and fuss-free. Why Grow Cannas? Drama - big plants, big flowers and big impact Each flower spike lasts several weeks and produces multiple blossoms Many cannas are attractive to hummingbirds and other pollinators Cannas are not on the favorite foods list for deer Tall cannas tend to look best when planted in groups of three or more. Shorter varieties work well in mixed planters where they shine as the central plant surrounded by shorter partners with fluffy or strappy foliage profiles.

By: Leafari

Gardening facts about Canna 'Red Futurity' plant

How to Grow Canna 'Red Futurity'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • chocolate
  • Flower Color

    • red
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • glossy
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