Crowded Canna

11 years ago

Hoping for some advice...

I have a large canna in a small pot. I was hoping to divide it early this spring but forgot about it (overwintered in basement). It has split the resin pot so is difficult to water.

Can I fill a 1/2 wine barrel with water and keep the pot in

the barrel this summer? Will this be a breeding ground for mossies? If so, is there something I could plant to prevent this?

I really would like to enjoy the plant this summer before dividing.

Thank you.

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christine 5b
11 years ago
You really need to re-pot it or put it in the ground, I think it would rot if you put the pot in a barrel of water, and yes, it would be a perfect place for mossies to breed..
canna2grow
11 years ago
I would
certainly agree with the suggestion to repot or grow the canna in the ground,
but most all canna cultivars grow very well in a summer aquatic setting. If
growing in water be advised to remove well before the winter storage time.

Regards,

Kent
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boothbay
11 years ago
I grow mine in a 3' x 3' foot ground area in front of the house...and they florish and bloom...though its the leaves that are the attraction. I was too lazy to dig to take out the bulbs, which survived the winter, and i live in NYC. Not looking forward though to get rid of those gigantic leaves before the real cold weather arrives.