Canna lilies 'Valentine' (Canna 'Valentine')

Canna lilies 'Valentine'

An unusually red variation of canna lily, this cultivar produces tall, blood-red flowers atop dusty purple stems. Canna lilies 'Valentine' was cultivated as a canna lily hybrid and aptly named for its valentine-like colors. It is beloved for its striking top-to-bottom colors, long-living flowers, and ease of care.

Scientific classification

Gingers, bananas, and allies

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Perennial

Lifespan

30 cm to 60 cm

Spread

Semi-evergreen

Leaf type

15 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Care Guide for Canna lilies 'Valentine'

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

15 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Canna lilies 'Valentine' prefers moist soil but is sensitive to waterlogging, which causes root rot. Water weekly where rainfall is under 1 inch (2.5 cm). Newly planted canna lilies 'Valentine' needs less watering; maintain moist conditions during growth and blooming, and mist leaves for humidity.

Fertilize: Canna lilies 'Valentine' prefers fertile soil and benefits from weekly organic fertilizer watering until blooming. Avoid applying fertilizer on stems or leaves. Monthly compound fertilizer with N-P-K ratios of 10-10-10 or 5-10-10 is recommended, while phosphate fertilizer should be used as flower buds appear to enhance bloom development.

Pruning: Canna lilies 'Valentine' showcases vibrant blooms and lush leaves. Prune from early to late spring by removing dead leaves and cutting back old flower stalks. Trim spent flowers for prolonged blooms. Clean cuts promote air circulation, reduce disease risk, and enhance growth and aesthetics.

Propagation: Canna lilies 'Valentine' seeds require a cut coat and overnight soaking in warm water before sowing in well-drained medium. Propagate through ramet and rhizome division every 3-4 years, ensuring to preserve roots during cutting and planting buds upwards after spring frost.

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