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Canna Lily Rosemond Coles
(aka Rosamond Coles, Rosemond Cole)

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Gorgeous blooms of the Canna Rosemond Coles aka Rosamond Coles or Rosemond Cole bulb plant

Canna Lily Rosemond Coles
(aka Rosamond Coles, Rosemond Cole)

Origin:  Southern United States and south to northern Argentina
Family:  Cannaceae (canna)
Light:  Full sun
Height:  3-6'
Spread:  2-3' 
Blooms:  Deep Orange with yellow edges, late Spring
Foliage:  Dramatic, broad, smooth, bronze-green
Soil:  Rich, keep moist
Water:  Tolerates wetness
Fertilizer:  Once a month with 10-10-10
Pest / Disease:  Japanese beetles, bud rot, rust, mosaic

Propagation:  Rhizome division, seeds
Uses: Large container, center of flower bed, center of formal garden, borders, beddings
Comments:  Canna Rosemond Coles aka Rosamond Coles or Rosemond Cole is a showy long-blooming tropical perennial that is very easy to grow as it only needs 6 hours of sunshine and it multiplies fast. Remove spent flowers on plants to promote new growth. 
USDA Hardiness Zones :  8-11