Bring a touch of elegance and drama to your garden with the stunning Canna 'Cleopatra'! Known for its striking orange flowers with vibrant red tips, this tropical beauty also boasts bold, rich green foliage with a hint of purple for added drama. The 'Cleopatra' variety is a true showstopper, offering a burst of color and texture that enhances any landscape or container. Its eye-catching blooms and lush, vibrant leaves make it perfect for creating focal points in tropical, modern, or eclectic garden settings.
Why You'll Love It:
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Vibrant orange flowers with red tips that bloom from late spring through summer, adding a fiery, tropical display
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Rich green foliage with a hint of purple, providing a striking backdrop to the colorful blooms
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Ideal for adding height, texture, and drama to garden beds, borders, or large containers
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Low-maintenance and easy to grow, making it perfect for gardeners of all skill levels
Plant Care Tips:
☀️ Light: Prefers full sun to part shade—more sunlight will encourage brighter blooms and vibrant foliage color
💧 Water: Keep the soil consistently moist, but avoid waterlogging—well-draining soil is key
🌱 Soil: Best grown in rich, well-draining, fertile soil for optimal growth and vibrant flowers
🌡 Temperature: Thrives in warm temperatures between 65–85°F (18–29°C)—perfect for hot climates and summer gardens
🌿 Humidity: Tolerates moderate humidity, but will benefit from regular watering during drier periods
✂️ Pruning: Deadhead spent flowers regularly to encourage new blooms and trim away any damaged or yellowing leaves
🍽 Feeding: Fertilize monthly with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer during the growing season for vibrant growth and blooms
🌸 Propagation: Propagate by dividing rhizomes or through seed to grow new plants
⚠️ Toxicity: Non-toxic to pets and humans—safe for your furry friends