Canna 'Black Knight'
'Black Knight' Canna
Description
This beautiful plant can reach 6' tall, with tropical looking, broad, maroon leaves and striking dark red flowers. It blooms throughout the summer. This tuberous perennial needs a moderate amount of water and full sun.
Plant Type
Shrub, Perennial
Height Range
3-6'
Flower Color
Red
Flower Season
Summer
Leaf Color
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium, High, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Fast, Moderate
Soil Type
Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Moist
Soil pH
Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Tropical
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
n/a
Location Uses
Perennial Border, Shrub Border
Special Uses
Screen
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Watering every day results in shallow roots.
Instead, water deeply every few days using the Cycle and Soak method (two or more short run times, each separated by about an hour).