Canna, Red King Humbert

‘Red King Humbert’ adds a touch of the tropics to the garden! These exotic-looking plants are indispensable for a splendid summer border bursting with drama. Their size, bright showy flowers, and foliage patterns are sure to add interest to your landscape. Cannas make an excellent centerpiece in bedding schemes and are perfect for large containers on the deck or patio.

Perfect for containers
Deer and rabbit resistant
Stunning along hedges or in garden beds

Plant Details +

Botanical	Canna x generalis 'Red King Humbert'
Common Name	Canna
Family	Cannaceae
Height	60-72"
Spacing	12-18"
Hardiness	7-10; Annuals in 2-6
Exposure	Full sun
Foliage	Reddish bronze
Flower	Bright red-orange
Bloomtime	Summer-Fall

Planting/Care Instructions +

Planting Instructions: Plant in spring, after the ground, warms to about 50º F. 1. Dig a hole 2-4" deep. 2. Place rhizome in the hole. 3. Cover with soil and water thoroughly. Cannas thrive in sunlight, heat, and humidity. Give Cannas plenty of water during the growing season. Space plants 12-18" apart. Plant heights 3-4'. Canna should be lifted before the first frost of fall in areas where the ground freezes. Dig, dry-off then place rhizomes in a well ventilated frost-free place for the winter.