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Canna Lily Robert Kemp
aka Canna Compacta bulb plant... photo image coming

Origin:  Southern United States and south to northern Argentina
Family:  Cannaceae (canna)
Light:  Full sun
Height:  6-8'
Spread:  2-3' 
Blooms:  Yellow, small, late Spring
Foliage:  Shiny, smooth, 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, wet garden, pond
Comments:  Canna Lily Robert Kemp aka Canna Compacta is a tropical perennial that attracts hummingbirds  It is easy to grow and it only needs 6 hours of sunshine. Remove spent flowers from plant to promote new growth.  Canna Compacta is also grown as an aquatic plant.
USDA Hardiness Zones :  8-11