A bold bog-tolerant canna grown for dramatic green leaves boldly striped in yellow and edged maroon, topped by vivid orange flowers. Thrives in rich, wet soil at the pond margin or in borders.
At a glance
- Plant type: Perennial
- Mature size: 1.5 m H × 60 cm W
- Aspect: full sun
- Water: wet or boggy ground
- Frost: tender
- Maintenance: moderate maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Canna 'Bengal Tiger'
Canna 'Bengal Tiger' is a fast-growing perennial in the Cannaceae family. It reaches around 1.5 m tall and 60 cm wide at maturity, with deciduous and variegated foliage. Orange flowers appear in summer and autumn.
Where to grow Canna 'Bengal Tiger'
Canna 'Bengal Tiger' suits tropical, subtropical and warm-temperate climates and grows best in full sun. It is frost tender, so protect it from hard frosts or grow it in a sheltered spot or pot.
Soil & planting
Canna 'Bengal Tiger' does best in clay soil. Plant into well-prepared ground, firm the soil around the roots and water deeply to settle it in.
Watering & feeding
Canna 'Bengal Tiger' is adapted to wet or boggy ground. Apply a balanced fertiliser in spring to support healthy growth. For the first year, favour occasional deep watering over frequent shallow drinks so roots move into the surrounding soil.
Pruning & care
Prune Canna 'Bengal Tiger' after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. Its ongoing care level is moderate maintenance.
Using Canna 'Bengal Tiger' in the garden
Canna 'Bengal Tiger' earns its place for a feature or specimen planting and pots and courtyard containers. It is equally at home in the ground or a large pot on a balcony or courtyard.
Companion planting & design
Build the planting around neighbours suited to the same wet or boggy ground and tropical climate as Canna 'Bengal Tiger'. Repeating the foliage or flower colour nearby will make the composition feel deliberate.
Buying Canna 'Bengal Tiger'
Plant Sale lists Canna 'Bengal Tiger' as potted plants. Use the interest form above to check current sizes, pricing and availability before ordering.
