1-gallon pot of Red Velvet Dwarf Canna Lily, grown in warm zones, with dark red leaves and flowers. Perfect for small gardens or containers.
Canna 'Red Velvet' Dwarf Canna Lily.
Canna 'Red Velvet' is a dwarf variety of canna lily that produces stunning red flowers with dark bronze foliage. It grows to be only 2-3 feet tall, making it ideal for growing in containers, borders, or rock gardens. Canna 'Red Velvet' is a long bloomer, producing flowers from midsummer to fall.
Canna 'Red Velvet' Dwarf Canna Lily
Canna 'Red Velvet' is a relatively low-maintenance plant, but it does require regular watering and fertilization. It is also susceptible to pests and diseases, so it is important to inspect the plants regularly and take steps to control any problems that arise.
Here are some tips for growing and caring for Canna 'Red Velvet' Dwarf Canna Lily:
- Plant in spring after the last frost in a sunny or partially shaded spot.
- Amend the soil with compost or manure to improve drainage and fertility.
- Water regularly, keeping the soil moist but not soggy.
- Fertilize every two weeks during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.
- Deadhead spent flowers to encourage new blooms.
- Inspect the plants regularly for pests and diseases.
- Protect the plants from frost in winter by either digging up the rhizomes and storing them indoors, or by mulching the plants heavily and covering them with a frost cloth.
With proper care, Canna 'Red Velvet' Dwarf Canna Lily will thrive and provide you with years of enjoyment.
Note: The plant is shipped in its pot, firmly secured with several layers of clear tape, thereby avoiding any shuffling and moving during transit. The plant reaches you with minimal damage- very safe and secure. We have been shipping plants like this for several years (plants are sometimes shipped in smaller pots for safety and ease of shipping). Most plants go dormant in fall and winter and will lose most of their leaves - looking dead and dry - very normal. They will flush out in spring.
We cannot send ship some plants and some sizes to California due to restrictions placed by the department of agriculture.
