🔥 Canna coccinea ‘Bonfire’ is a striking tropical plant known for its fiery red blooms and lush foliage. Here’s what makes it special:
🌺 Key Features
- Flowers: Vibrant orange-red with frilly, reflexed petals and a splash of yellow in the throat
- Height: Grows up to 1.5 meters tall
- Foliage: Dark green leaves with purplish-red margins; stems are maroon with a silvery bloom
- Blooming Season: Mid-summer to autumn
🌿 Growing Conditions
- Light: Prefers full sun but tolerates dappled shade
- Soil: Moist, humus-rich, well-drained soil
- Watering: Needs plenty of water during flowering season
- Feeding: Responds well to high nitrogen feed in spring
❄️ Winter Care
- Hardy down to -2°C; best to lift and store rhizomes in colder climates
- Mulching with well-rotted manure helps retain moisture and nutrients
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