Canna ‘Kneehigh Red
Bring bold tropical colour to your garden with Canna ‘Kneehigh Red’, a compact dwarf variety featuring vibrant red blooms and a strong, well-branched habit. Part of the Cannova-type range, this variety is bred for uniform performance, early flowering, and long-lasting colour throughout the warmer months.
Perfect for garden beds, patio pots, and mixed containers, it delivers a lush tropical look without taking up too much space.
Key Features
- 🌺 Striking vibrant red flowers
- 🌿 Compact, knee-high growth habit
- 🌱 Strong branching for a fuller, bushier plant
- 🪴 Ideal for pots, patios, and garden borders
- ☀️ Long-lasting colour from spring through summer
- 🌏 Performs well in a range of summer climates
Plant Details
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Botanical Name: Canna × generalis
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Mature Height: 50–70 cm
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Mature Width: 40–50 cm
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Habit: Upright, compact
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Position: Part sun to full sun
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Watering: Keep soil consistently moist
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Growth Rate: Fast-growing
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Frost Tolerance: Frost-sensitive
Care Instructions
Plant in a sunny to partly sunny position in rich, well-drained soil. Water regularly during active growth and feed with a balanced or high-potassium fertiliser to encourage continuous flowering. Remove spent blooms to promote new growth and extended colour.
In cooler regions, protect from frost or lift rhizomes during winter.