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Hardy Fiber Banana
Musa basjoo
Pronunciation: MEW-suh BAS-joo
SKU #06197
LIGHT:
Full sun
WATER:
Keep soil moist, but not soggy.
SIZE:
Quickly forms foliage clumps 15 ft. tall, 8 to 10 ft. wide.
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| Description | Considered the most cold hardy banana! Its lush green foliage provides an outstanding tropical effect yet its roots survive much colder temperatures than other bananas. A fast grower, with huge leaves that may reach 2 feet wide and 6 feet long. Produces attractive golden cream flowers and small, somewhat seedy fruit. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Fast Growing |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Clumping |
| Flower Attributes | Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Poolside |
| Design Ideas | A perfect leafy banana for creating the tropical look in marginal climates. Use as foundation planting or to fill in sideyards to create a more lush appearance. An ideal plant near swimming pools. Plant in courtyard or patio for shade and screening. Suited to large pots for portable interest, with a series of identical pots for exotic effects in city gardens and rooftops with no planting space. |
| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Japanese Forest Grass (Hakonechola); Trumpet Creeper (Campsis); Hibiscus (Hibiscus); Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia); Fringe Flower (Loropetalum) |
| Care Instructions | Prefers humus-rich, evenly moist, well-drained soils. Shelter from strong winds, and from harsh afternoon sun in hot southern regions. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Prune to 2 ft. above ground at first frost and apply mulch for winter protection. Remove mulch and fertilize in early spring. |
| History | This hardiest banana plant on earth hails from the Ryukyu Islands of Japan. However, evidence suggests that it may have originated in China and moved to Japan early on. |
| Lore | This is considered the be the most cold hardy banana in the world. |
Details
| Description | Considered the most cold hardy banana! Its lush green foliage provides an outstanding tropical effect yet its roots survive much colder temperatures than other bananas. A fast grower, with huge leaves that may reach 2 feet wide and 6 feet long. Produces attractive golden cream flowers and small, somewhat seedy fruit. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Fast Growing |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Clumping |
| Flower Attributes | Showy Flowers |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Poolside |
|---|---|
| Design Ideas | A perfect leafy banana for creating the tropical look in marginal climates. Use as foundation planting or to fill in sideyards to create a more lush appearance. An ideal plant near swimming pools. Plant in courtyard or patio for shade and screening. Suited to large pots for portable interest, with a series of identical pots for exotic effects in city gardens and rooftops with no planting space. |
| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Japanese Forest Grass (Hakonechola); Trumpet Creeper (Campsis); Hibiscus (Hibiscus); Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia); Fringe Flower (Loropetalum) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Prefers humus-rich, evenly moist, well-drained soils. Shelter from strong winds, and from harsh afternoon sun in hot southern regions. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Prune to 2 ft. above ground at first frost and apply mulch for winter protection. Remove mulch and fertilize in early spring. |
|---|
History
| History | This hardiest banana plant on earth hails from the Ryukyu Islands of Japan. However, evidence suggests that it may have originated in China and moved to Japan early on. |
|---|---|
| Lore | This is considered the be the most cold hardy banana in the world. |
Frequently asked questions
Does Hardy Fiber Banana produce flowers?
Summer
Is Hardy Fiber Banana evergreen or deciduous?
Hardy Fiber Banana is Evergreen.
What are the special features of Hardy Fiber Banana?
Hardy Fiber Banana is Fast Growing.
How fast does Hardy Fiber Banana grow?
Hardy Fiber Banana has a Fast growth rate.
What is the growth habit of Hardy Fiber Banana?
Hardy Fiber Banana grows in an Clumping habit.
Where can I use Hardy Fiber Banana in my landscape?
Hardy Fiber Banana is suitable for: Border, Container, Poolside.
How can I use Hardy Fiber Banana in my garden design?
A perfect leafy banana for creating the tropical look in marginal climates. Use as foundation planting or to fill in sideyards to create a more lush appearance. An ideal plant near swimming pools. Plant in courtyard or patio for shade and screening. Suited to large pots for portable interest, with a series of identical pots for exotic effects in city gardens and rooftops with no planting space.
What color are Hardy Fiber Banana flowers?
Hardy Fiber Banana produces Yellow flowers.
What color is the foliage of Hardy Fiber Banana?
Hardy Fiber Banana has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Hardy Fiber Banana?
Good companion plants for Hardy Fiber Banana include: Japanese Forest Grass (Hakonechola); Trumpet Creeper (Campsis); Hibiscus (Hibiscus); Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia); Fringe Flower (Loropetalum).
How do I care for Hardy Fiber Banana?
Prefers humus-rich, evenly moist, well-drained soils. Shelter from strong winds, and from harsh afternoon sun in hot southern regions. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Prune to 2 ft. above ground at first frost and apply mulch for winter protection. Remove mulch and fertilize in early spring.
What is the history of Hardy Fiber Banana?
This hardiest banana plant on earth hails from the Ryukyu Islands of Japan. However, evidence suggests that it may have originated in China and moved to Japan early on.
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