{"product_id":"col-3l-can-tro-blax1","title":"1 Canna Tropicanna Black Plant, Dark Leaf Canna Lily, Hardy Tropical Perennial, 3L Root Ball","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCanna Tropicanna Black – Dark Leaf Canna Lily\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eCanna Tropicanna Black is a striking tropical perennial prized for its dramatic, deep burgundy-black foliage. The broad, lance-shaped leaves create a bold architectural presence in any garden setting, complemented by vivid red flowers that emerge from mid-summer through to autumn. This eye-catching variety is perfect for adding a lush, exotic feel to borders, patio containers, and tropical-style planting schemes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eSupplied as a well-established plant in a 3L root ball, ready for planting out or potting on.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDramatic dark burgundy-black foliage for bold garden impact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eVivid red flowers from mid-summer to autumn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eIdeal for borders, containers, and tropical planting schemes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eStrong, upright growth habit with lush, architectural form\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eAttractive to bees, butterflies, and pollinators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eSupplied as a 3L root ball\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant in a warm, sheltered position in full sun for the best foliage colour and flowering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003ePrefers rich, moist but well-drained soil – incorporate plenty of organic matter at planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eWater regularly during the growing season, especially in containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eFeed fortnightly with a high-potassium liquid fertiliser during the flowering period\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eIn colder regions, lift the rhizomes after the first frost and store in a cool, frost-free place over winter, or apply a deep mulch for in-ground protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCultural Information:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Canna × generalis 'Tropicanna Black'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Canna Lily, Dark Leaf Canna, Indian Shot Plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Herbaceous Perennial (Half-Hardy)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFully Grown Height \u0026amp; Spread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 120–150 cm × 50–60 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strong, Upright, Clump-Forming Perennial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Borders, Containers, Tropical Planting Schemes, Patio Displays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid-Summer to Autumn (July–October)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlower Colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vivid Red\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Position:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Sun, Sheltered\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich, Moist but Well-Drained\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAttracts:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bees, Butterflies \u0026amp; Pollinators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Herbaceous Perennial (Half-Hardy – Protect from Frost)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep Burgundy-Black, Broad Lance-Shaped Leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes:\u003c\/strong\u003e This listing is for the Tropicanna Black variety, distinguished by its exceptionally dark foliage and vibrant red blooms. 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