Canna Indica, Purpurea

Canna indica ‘Purpurea’ is a rhizomatous perennial with ovate-lance-shaped to oblong, dark purple leaves, to 50cm long. Racemes or panicles of iris-like, bright red or soft orange flowers, 5-7cm across. Height 1.5-2.2m, Spread 50cm. Native to tropical and subtropical South America. Canna plants are shorter than your average canna, making them ideal for every garden or small patio. They come in a range of tropical colours, including this stunning Bronze Scarlet, and bloom over an impressively long period! Flowers May-October.