Water cannas
Cannas are easily grown tender perennials with architectural foliage and brash flowers that inject a dash of exotica. They can be grown in large containers or as focal points in sub-tropical schemes. They add shape and colour to the end of the ... [... more]
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Canna x generalis 'Durban'
Native to South America and South-east Asia, this brightly coloured plant brings a touch of the tropics to even the most English of gardens! Despite their exotic appearance, cannas can be grown easily throughout the UK. These sturdy plants often ... [... more]
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Planting summer bulbs
Summer bulbs are ideal for patio containers and add colour to mixed borders without taking up much space. Follow our advice to make the most of these versatile plants. Plant summer-flowering bulbs, such as alliums, agapanthus and cannas, in early ... [... more]
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Alocasia 'Calidora'
The elephant's ear plant is terrific, lush, jungly bedding plant for growing outside over summer with other large-leaved plants like cannas and Trachycarpus fortunei. When mature it sends up a large, shield-like leaf. Stand in a sheltered spot so ... [... more]
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Canna indica
Canna's are perfect for adding a touch of the tropics to the garden. Found growing wild in South America, this plant has lush green foliage and bright red flowers, which appear from mid-summer until mid-autumn. Either grow its rhizomes in ... [... more]
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