If you plant the flower cane without thinking about the location, you will be annoyed later. This tropical plant does not grow equally well everywhere. Here are his wishes for the location and the substrate in brief.
Location and substrate requirements
Canna prefers a full sun to sunny location. The flower cane grows reluctantly in partial shade. It should be warm and light. In order to be able to admire the flowers for a long time, Canna should be in a position that is protected from wind and weather. The reason: the petals are extremely sensitive. Facing south is required for keeping tubs on the balcony.
The soil for the canna should have the following properties for healthy growth:
- permeable
- easy
- sandy-loamy
- nutritious
- humorous
- wet
- pH between 6 and 7
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Above all, high-growing canna varieties such as Canna 'Black Knight' need a wind-protected location so as not to buckle.