Canna Tropicanna Black – Dark Leaf Canna Lily

Canna Tropicanna Black is a striking tropical perennial prized for its dramatic, deep burgundy-black foliage. The broad, lance-shaped leaves create a bold architectural presence in any garden setting, complemented by vivid red flowers that emerge from mid-summer through to autumn. This eye-catching variety is perfect for adding a lush, exotic feel to borders, patio containers, and tropical-style planting schemes.

Supplied as a well-established plant in a 3L root ball, ready for planting out or potting on.

Key Features:

Dramatic dark burgundy-black foliage for bold garden impact

Vivid red flowers from mid-summer to autumn

Ideal for borders, containers, and tropical planting schemes

Strong, upright growth habit with lush, architectural form

Attractive to bees, butterflies, and pollinators

Supplied as a 3L root ball

Planting & Care Tips:

Plant in a warm, sheltered position in full sun for the best foliage colour and flowering

Prefers rich, moist but well-drained soil – incorporate plenty of organic matter at planting

Water regularly during the growing season, especially in containers

Feed fortnightly with a high-potassium liquid fertiliser during the flowering period

In colder regions, lift the rhizomes after the first frost and store in a cool, frost-free place over winter, or apply a deep mulch for in-ground protection

Cultural Information:

Botanical Name: Canna × generalis 'Tropicanna Black'

Common Names: Canna Lily, Dark Leaf Canna, Indian Shot Plant

Classification: Herbaceous Perennial (Half-Hardy)

Fully Grown Height & Spread: 120–150 cm × 50–60 cm

Growth Habit: Strong, Upright, Clump-Forming Perennial

Perfect for: Borders, Containers, Tropical Planting Schemes, Patio Displays

Flowering Time: Mid-Summer to Autumn (July–October)

Flower Colour: Vivid Red

Planting Position: Full Sun, Sheltered

Soil Type: Rich, Moist but Well-Drained

Attracts: Bees, Butterflies & Pollinators

Type: Herbaceous Perennial (Half-Hardy – Protect from Frost)

Foliage: Deep Burgundy-Black, Broad Lance-Shaped Leaves

Notes: This listing is for the Tropicanna Black variety, distinguished by its exceptionally dark foliage and vibrant red blooms. In milder areas with adequate winter mulching, this variety can be left in the ground year-round. In colder or exposed locations, lifting and storing the rhizomes over winter is recommended for reliable return each spring.

1 Canna Tropicanna Black Plant, Dark Leaf Canna Lily, Hardy Tropical Perennial, 3L Root Ball