{"product_id":"bio-canna-indica-cleopatra","title":"Organic Canna indica 'Cleopatra' - Indian flower reed (variegated leaf)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eYellow\/red Canna with Variegated Leaf\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eCanna\u003c\/em\u003e 'Cleopatra'\u003c\/strong\u003e is a tropical plant, also known as “Indian shot” (canna lily). It’s loved for its striking, colourful foliage and flowers. The leaves display a unique pattern of red, yellow and green.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the rhizome, one or more sturdy, reed-like flower stems rise above the foliage, reaching around one metre tall. The name “canna” is derived from the Latin word for “reed”, which is why it also makes an excellent cut flower.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the top of the stems, several flower buds develop with yellow-red blooms that open one after another. After flowering, large, round seed pods form, which are decorative as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rhizomes multiply well underground each year, which makes this plant very popular with gardeners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow, where and when do I plant canna rhizomes?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eStart indoors\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCanna\u003c\/em\u003e 'Cleopatra' is not hardy. The rhizomes can be started indoors from March onwards. This gives the plant a head start in growth and flowering. After the last frost (around 15 May), the plants can go outside. Watch out for late frosts: if nights are cold, bring them back indoors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003ePlanting outdoors in the garden\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you prefer to wait until after frost risk has passed, plant the rhizomes outdoors from mid-May. From then on there is no frost risk, and flowering usually starts after 60 to 90 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant the rhizome with the shoots facing upwards, about 2 to 3 centimetres below the soil surface. Keep roughly 50 centimetres between plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe planting season runs up to and including June.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePosition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCanna prefers a sunny spot in a nutrient-rich, well-draining soil, ideally a lime-rich sandy soil. \u003cem\u003eCanna\u003c\/em\u003e 'Cleopatra' grows to about 1 metre tall and has sturdy stems, so staking is not required. A sheltered position is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor container planting, choose a pot at least 40 centimetres wide so it doesn’t dry out too quickly in summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the soil consistently lightly moist. Soil that becomes too dry can negatively affect growth and flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlowering lasts around 6 to 8 weeks. After flowering, allow the foliage to die back completely so the plant can store energy for the next season. In autumn, cut the plant back to ground level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRhizomes planted in the ground can be protected from light frost with a layer of leaves. In hard frost, it’s better to lift the rhizomes and store them frost-free in a dry place. The advantage is that the rhizomes can be divided in spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeed the plant several times per year for best results. Canna grows quickly and has a high nutrient demand. For organic potting soil, plant food and other soil improvers, we recommend \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bio-kultura.nl\/Overige-bodemverbetering\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBio Kultura\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePropagation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn autumn the rhizomes continue to develop. Lift them only just before the first frost. Preferably divide the rhizomes in spring, right before replanting. This reduces the risk of mould during winter storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore the rhizomes over winter in a layer of dry sand or peat. We recommend dividing \u003cem\u003eCanna indica\u003c\/em\u003e every 2 to 3 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eEdible\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rhizomes of \u003cem\u003eCanna indica\u003c\/em\u003e contain a lot of starch. The flavour is similar to sweet potato. The leaves develop a lightly lemony taste when grilled or steamed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOrigin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCanna indica\u003c\/em\u003e originates from Central and South America. The name “canna” is derived from the Celtic word “cana”, meaning a type of reed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOrder information – Organic \u003cem\u003eCanna\u003c\/em\u003e 'Cleopatra'\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✅ SKAL certified: 109459\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e📦 Individually packed, or choose multi-buy discount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e💰 Multi-buy discount: \u003cstrong\u003eA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eFlowering period:\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eJuly – October\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003ePlanting time:\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eFrom May (or start indoors from March)\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003ePlanting depth:\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e2 cm below the soil\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003ePlant spacing:\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e40 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eHeight:\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e100 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eFlower diameter:\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e10 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003ePosition:\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eSun\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eSoil:\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eLoam or sandy soil, slightly acidic to neutral\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eHardy:\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003ePropagation:\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eGood\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eSouth America\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eFamily:\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cem\u003eCannaceae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eColour:\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eYellow \/ red\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eBee-friendly:\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eFragrant:\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eRhizome size:\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e1st grade\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg height=\"106\" width=\"159\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/1607\/5608\/files\/EU_Organic_Logo_Colour_OuterLine_rgb.jpg?v=1730902844\" alt=\"SKAL organic certification mark – NL-BIO-01\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNL-BIO-01\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Bloemoloog","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47621251531096,"sku":"411","price":9.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/1607\/5608\/files\/BioCanna_Cleopatra_biologischgeelrodebloemriet.webp?v=1770123163","url":"https:\/\/bloemoloog.nl\/en-eu\/products\/organic-canna-indica-cleopatra","provider":"Bloemoloog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}