Cleopatra

$8.25

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Shipping Starts: Sold out for season 2026

Quantity per Package: 1 big tuber

Light Required: Full Sun / Partial Shade

Height: 40"

Blooming Period: Jun - Aug

Bulb size: 2/3 eyes

Planting Distance: 10-12"

Planting Depth: 2"

Hardness Zone:

Deer Resistant: Yes

Minimum Bulbs for Effect:

About Cleopatra

Canna Cleopatra brings a tropical touch to the garden with its unusual flowers and striking foliage. This canna variety is known for its warm yellow and red blooms, often appearing in eye-catching patterns. The bold leaves add even more interest, making Canna Cleopatra a standout in borders, containers, and patio displays. It grows well in warm conditions and can reward you with flowers throughout summer. With its exotic look and strong growth, this canna is a great choice for creating a lively garden display.

  • Unique flowers: warm yellow blooms feature eye-catching red markings

  • Striking foliage: broad leaves add texture and an exotic feel

  • Summer color: flowers appear from summer into early fall

  • Container friendly: grows well in large pots and garden beds

  • Heat loving: thrives in warm weather and sunny locations

  • Tropical appearance: creates a bold focal point in outdoor spaces

How to plant and take care of Canna Cleopatra:

  • Planting depth: place the rhizomes about 4–6 inches deep in fertile, well-draining soil

  • Sunlight: choose a spot with full sun for the best growth and flowering

  • Watering: keep the soil evenly moist, especially during hot and dry periods

  • Feeding: apply a balanced fertilizer during the growing season to support healthy growth

  • Deadheading: remove faded flowers to keep the plant looking tidy and encourage continued blooming

  • Winter care: in colder climates, lift the rhizomes before the first frost and store them in a cool, dry place

Canna - Cleopatra

Cleopatra

$8.25

$8.25

FAQs

For the best visual impact, plant 2 to 3 Cleopatra Canna tubers together in the same area. This gives the plants enough space to develop while creating a fuller display of Cleopatra Canna’s distinctive foliage and colorful blooms. If you are planting in a flower bed, you can space groups of tubers approximately 12 to 18 inches apart, depending on how dense you want the planting to look. For a larger, more dramatic display, plant several groups throughout the garden rather than placing every tuber in one spot. Cleopatra Canna tubers can also be planted individually if you prefer a more open look. Good spacing is important because mature canna plants can become quite large and need room for their leaves and flowers to spread.

Yes, Cleopatra Canna tubers can multiply over time. Cannas grow from underground rhizomes, which gradually produce new shoots and additional rhizomes during the growing season. When planted in suitable conditions with plenty of sunlight, warmth, water, and nutrients, a single Cleopatra Canna tuber can develop into a larger clump. This means you may have more plants to enjoy in your garden in subsequent seasons. Once the clump becomes crowded, the rhizomes can be carefully divided to create additional plants. Dividing is generally best done when the plant is dormant or when it is being lifted for winter storage in colder climates. Give newly divided rhizomes enough space when replanting so they have room to establish and grow.

Cleopatra Canna tubers do not need to be soaked before planting. They can be planted directly into well-draining soil once the danger of frost has passed and the soil has warmed. Before planting, check the tubers and choose firm, healthy pieces without signs of rot or damage. Plant the rhizomes horizontally or with the growing points facing upward, and cover them with a few inches of soil. Keep the soil consistently moist after planting, but avoid allowing it to remain waterlogged. Warm soil will encourage Cleopatra Canna tubers to wake up and begin producing shoots. Cannas are warm-season plants, so planting too early in cold, wet soil can slow growth or cause the rhizomes to rot. Patience is often needed because growth may take some time to appear.

Yes, Cleopatra Canna tubers can be planted successfully in pots and containers. Choose a large container with drainage holes, as mature canna plants need enough room for their roots and rhizomes to develop. A container that is at least 12 to 16 inches wide and deep is a good starting point for a small planting, although larger containers can provide even more room for growth. Use a high-quality, well-draining potting mix and position the container where the plant receives plenty of sunlight. Water regularly, particularly during warm or dry weather, while avoiding constantly saturated soil. Container-grown Cleopatra Canna plants can make a striking focal point on patios, decks, balconies, or near entrances. In colder climates, containers can also be moved to a protected location for winter.

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