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Canna 'Erebus'
Habit and Cultural Information
 
Category : Perennial
Family : Cannaceae (Cannas)
Origin : Garden Origin
Bloomtime : Summer/Fall
Height : 3-4 feet
Width : 2-3 feet
Exposure : Full Sun
Irrigation Req. : Medium Water Needs
 
 
This tuberous perennial performs best in full sun receiving regular water. Salmon pink flowers occur from summer into fall. Reaches 3 to 4 feet tall with lance-shaped, glaucus green leaves and medium-sized salmon-pink flowers. 'Erebus' is one of four hybrids bred at Longwood Gardens for use in water gardens and grows shorter and more compact than other Longwood cannas. Ideally suited for use in average garden soil or in the pond with no more than 4 to 6 inches of water above the soil line. Cold hardy to 0 degrees F. This description is based on research and personal experiences. If you have additional information or disagree with what we list, please contact us with your comments