{"product_id":"canna-pretoria","title":"Canna Pretoria","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"545\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"20\"\u003eCanna ‘Pretoria’\u003c\/strong\u003e is a striking tropical-looking perennial known for its bold foliage and dramatic flower spikes. The plant produces large, upright, banana-like leaves in rich green with occasional bronze or burgundy tinges, creating a lush, architectural backdrop in the garden. In mid to late summer, tall spikes of bright red flowers emerge, adding vertical interest and a tropical flair. Its combination of vibrant blooms and dramatic foliage makes it an excellent choice for borders, containers, or as a focal point in mixed plantings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"547\" data-end=\"555\"\u003eSize: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"560\" data-end=\"571\"\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 120–180 cm (4–6 ft). \u003cstrong data-start=\"596\" data-end=\"607\"\u003eSpread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60–90 cm (2–3 ft)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"630\" data-end=\"665\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"630\" data-end=\"644\"\u003eFlowering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid to late summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"668\" data-end=\"729\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"668\" data-end=\"685\"\u003eGrowth habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright, clumping perennial from rhizomes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"744\" data-end=\"803\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"744\" data-end=\"754\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun for best foliage color and flowering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"806\" data-end=\"905\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"806\" data-end=\"815\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich, well-drained soil; tolerates average soils but thrives with added organic matter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"908\" data-end=\"986\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"908\" data-end=\"918\"\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Regular watering; keep soil evenly moist during hot, dry periods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"989\" data-end=\"1112\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"989\" data-end=\"1003\"\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardy in Zones 7–10; in colder climates like Regina, SK, rhizomes should be lifted and stored over winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1115\" data-end=\"1225\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1115\" data-end=\"1134\"\u003ePlanting depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant rhizomes just below soil surface, about 10 cm (4 in) deep, spacing 50–60 cm apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1228\" data-end=\"1322\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1228\" data-end=\"1244\"\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove spent flowers and damaged foliage; cut back stems after first frost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1325\" data-end=\"1378\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1325\" data-end=\"1341\"\u003ePropagation:\u003c\/strong\u003e By division of rhizomes in spring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1381\" data-end=\"1458\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1381\" data-end=\"1393\"\u003eSupport:\u003c\/strong\u003e Typically not required, but staking may help in windy locations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Van Noort","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42130766594103,"sku":"CANNA-PRETORIA","price":11.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0265\/3306\/8855\/files\/download_180426e2-f688-444b-929d-9dacbc058f63.jpg?v=1773086962","url":"https:\/\/sherwood-greenhouse-and-gardencentre-ltd.myshopify.com\/products\/canna-pretoria","provider":"Sherwood Greenhouse and Garden Centre Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}