Canna Indica
Description
An evergreen plant
Fast growing
Reaches one meter or more in height
Flowers are yellow red or orange
Native to the American continent
Suitable for tropical and subtropical climates
Large sized leaves
Leaf length may reach half a meter
Blooms in spring and summer
Flowers appear on cylindrical stems at the top
Care
Prefers direct sunlight
Likes high humidity
Fertilize with organic compost twice a year
Remove faded flowers regularly
Thin side shoots when crowded
Can be grown in pots
Ideal for balconies and windows
Propagation
Propagated by seeds in spring
Propagated by division of side shoots
Separated parts are replanted