Royal Horticultural Society Award of Garden Merit
Canna 'Bengal Tiger' is an exotic, award-winning canna lily that brings tropical charm to summer gardens. Reaching 18 to 24 inches tall, this striking hybrid features large melon-orange blooms atop purple-tinged stems, set against medium-green leaves striped with yellow and edged in red. Blooming all season long, 'Bengal Tiger' is a vibrant choice for sunny spaces.
Known by its synonyms 'Striata' and 'Malawiensis Variegata,' this rhizomatous tender perennial thrives in Zones 8-11, where its upright growth and rapid development make it perfect for individual or mass plantings. Use it to add drama to beds, borders, containers, or mixed planters, and enjoy its bold tropical flair in any setting.
Easy to care for, 'Bengal Tiger' thrives in full sun to partial shade with rich, well-draining soil that is consistently moist. Good drainage is essential to prevent bulb rot. Regular deadheading by removing spent flowering stalks ensures continued blooming, while letting the foliage naturally die back promotes healthy regrowth. Its deer-resistant nature adds to its appeal.
Plant rhizomes in spring after the last frost, burying them 2 to 4 inches deep and spacing them 18 to 24 inches apart with the "eyes" (3-5) facing upward. Mulch for winter protection in Zones 8-11. In colder climates, plant rhizomes in early summer and lift them in fall for storage in a cool, frost-free place until the next growing season.
