Canna indica Angelique - Indian shot

Canna 'Angelique' is a medium-sized cultivar with high ornamental value, distinguished by its large, dark purple-violet leaves that perfectly complement its long-lasting summer flowering in a lovely bright salmon-pink. It grows quickly and makes a big impact in an exotic flower bed, as well as in a beautiful pot on a patio. 

Canna 'Angelique' is a rhizomatous and herbaceous plant from the Cannaceae family. Its ancestors are native to tropical areas of Asia and America. This hybrid quickly forms a lush clump, reaching a height of 80cm (32in) and occupying about 60 to 70cm (24 to 28in) of ground space. It has large, entire, broad, oblong leaves with sheathing bases. The shiny lamina boasts purplish hues and brown highlights, and is fully covered by prominent veins.

Flowering takes place from July-August to September-October, in the form of salmon-pink flowers with red and yellow throats. Each flower, measuring 6 to 8cm (2 to 3in) in diameter, is asymmetrical and composed of 3 fused petals at the base, 3 sepals, and visible stamens. The plant easily propagates vegetatively by producing numerous offshoots.

Canna 'Angelique' is perfect for gardens, patios, and balconies. It is very easy to grow if it is given water and nutrients during its growth period. It should be stored away from strong frost and excessive humidity in winter. In a large flower bed, it can be combined with banana trees such as Musa velutina or M. ventricosa, Ricinus communis (the castor oil plant), kniphofia, agapanthus, or even with dahlias with purple foliage.