Canna 'Australia'

How to grow Canna 'Australia' in NZ

Canna 'Australia' grows best in full sun with rich well drained soil and steady moisture during its active growing phase. Warm conditions enhance foliage colour and flowering output. In cooler areas plant after frost danger has passed to ensure strong shoot development. Enrich soil with compost before planting and water deeply while establishing. With good light warmth and feeding this variety performs strongly across many parts of NZ and rewards with continuous flowering.

Canna 'Australia' care tips

Canna 'Australia' is low maintenance when watered regularly and fed during spring and summer. Remove spent blooms to encourage fresh flowering and cut back foliage when it declines in autumn. Mulching helps retain moisture and support vigorous growth. In colder climates rhizomes can be lifted and stored dry through winter if heavy frost threatens. With simple seasonal care this plant returns with renewed strength and produces vibrant summer colour year after year.

Canna 'Australia' size spacing and growth rate

Canna 'Australia' typically reaches 100 to 160 centimetres in height forming a dense upright clump. Space plants 60 to 90 centimetres apart to allow for natural spread and airflow. Growth is fast during warm months with flowering from early summer into autumn. Buyers can expect a bold full display even in the first season with continued expansion over time.

Landscaping uses for Canna 'Australia'

Canna 'Australia' is ideal for subtropical garden themes, feature borders and poolside planting where dramatic foliage contrast is desired. Its dark leaves and bright red flowers pair beautifully with chartreuse hostas, silvery foliage plants and other hot climate species. Excellent mass planted or used as a specimen in large patio pots, it adds structure movement and rich visual energy to the landscape.

Why buy Canna 'Australia' from The Plant Company?

The Plant Company is NZs most trusted plant nursery and supplies premium quality Canna 'Australia' plants grown for performance and colour strength. Our plants are well rooted, healthy and packed carefully for nationwide delivery. Customers also receive expert growing guidance ensuring high success rates. For lasting foliage contrast and vibrant summer flowering, Canna 'Australia' from The Plant Company is the perfect addition to the garden.