Canna 'Cannova Red Golden Flame'Indian Shot Plant

The Canna 'Cannova®' series has taken the horticultural market by storm! The product of many years of breeding, these versatile new hybrids are compact, early to flower, and bloom reliably outdoors in the UK. Striking and totally unique, Canna 'Cannova® Red Golden Flame' produces vivid red flowers in which each fiery petal is edged in bright yellow. The breathtaking bicolored blooms are perfectly offset by the large, deep green, tropical-looking leaves. Blooming for an exceptionally long period from July to October, this compact canna packs a real punch, creating an exotic and showy display in patio pots or dotted through borders. Height: 75cm (30in) Spread: 40cm (16").

Culinary note: Canna lily rhizomes can be eaten raw and have a taste similar to water chestnut, although they are sometimes bitter. They can also be boiled and baked, in the same way as a potato and have a similar texture and taste. For more details about edible flowers click here.