VIVID RED ISLAND SERIES CANNA: Kreta is part of the celebrated Island Series of canna varieties, known for producing a high density of richly colored blooms on sturdy, well-branched stems. The vivid red flowers stand in sharp contrast to clean green foliage below, creating a bold, polished look from midsummer through the first frost.
RELIABLE HUMMINGBIRD MAGNET: Kreta's intensely red, tubular blooms are a dependable draw for hummingbirds throughout the summer season. Planting near a seating area, patio, or window makes the most of this benefit and gives you close-up views of the foraging activity this variety reliably attracts all season long.
STURDY UPRIGHT HABIT: At 4 to 5 feet tall, Kreta forms a compact, upright clump that fits beautifully in mid-border positions and large statement containers alike. The tidy growth habit requires no staking and holds up well in summer heat, making it one of the most reliable low-effort red-blooming cannas for high-visibility garden spots.
HEAT-LOVING, WIDE ZONE RANGE: Rated for USDA Zones 3 through 9, Kreta establishes quickly once soil warms to at least 60°F. Plant rhizomes 12 to 18 inches apart and 1 to 2 inches deep in full to part sun. Apply a high-nitrogen fertilizer twice monthly for the most vigorous growth and the longest, most consistent bloom run into fall.
GROWER-QUALITY RHIZOME THAT MULTIPLIES: Each order includes 1 fresh grade 3/5 eye rhizome packed and ready for spring planting. Canna rhizomes multiply naturally each season, typically producing 3 to 5 new offsets by fall. In Zones 7 to 9, they overwinter in the ground under mulch. In colder zones, dig and store before hard frost at around 50°F.
