Canna 'Red King Humbert'

How to grow Canna 'Red King Humbert' in NZ

Canna 'Red King Humbert' grows best in a sunny position with fertile, moisture retentive, well drained soil. Improve the soil with compost before planting to encourage vigorous growth and prolific flowering. Water regularly throughout the growing season, particularly during dry periods. Apply mulch to conserve soil moisture and suppress weeds. With suitable growing conditions this canna establishes quickly and produces an impressive display over many months.

Canna 'Red King Humbert' care tips

Canna 'Red King Humbert' benefits from regular feeding with a balanced fertiliser during spring and summer to support lush foliage and continuous flowering. Remove spent flowers to encourage additional blooms and cut back old stems once flowering has finished. Keep the soil evenly moist while plants are actively growing. Divide established clumps every few years to maintain vigour. With simple care this perennial performs reliably season after season.

Canna 'Red King Humbert' size, spacing, and growth rate

Canna 'Red King Humbert' typically grows to around 1.5 to 2 metres tall and 60 to 90 centimetres wide. Growth is fast during warm weather, allowing plants to establish rapidly and create a bold tropical display. Space plants approximately 60 to 80 centimetres apart to allow room for mature development. Under favourable conditions this variety develops lush foliage and masses of vibrant red flowers.

Landscaping uses for Canna 'Red King Humbert'

Canna 'Red King Humbert' is ideal for tropical gardens, mixed borders, waterside plantings, large containers, and feature beds. The dramatic foliage and vivid flowers create a striking focal point and combine beautifully with ornamental grasses and other tropical plants. It performs exceptionally well in mass plantings where maximum visual impact is desired. Its lush appearance and extended flowering season make it a valuable addition to many landscape designs.

Why buy Canna 'Red King Humbert' from The Plant Company?

The Plant Company is New Zealand's most trusted plant nursery and supplies premium quality plants selected for outstanding garden performance. When you purchase Canna 'Red King Humbert' from The Plant Company, you receive a healthy plant backed by expert advice and exceptional customer service. With carefully grown stock, fast nationwide delivery, and free shipping on orders over $150, The Plant Company makes it easy to establish this spectacular flowering perennial with confidence and success.