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Super Dwarf™ Banana
Musa 'Super Dwarf Banana'
SKU #45129
LIGHT:
Full sun, Partial sun
WATER:
Water when surface of soil is dry.
SIZE:
Reaches only 4 to 6 ft. tall and wide.
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| Description | Reaching only 4 to 6 feet tall, this very dwarf variety is perfect for containers, either inside or on patios. Big leaves are packed closely and tightly to the thick stem, creating a symmetrical and compact appearance. A vigorous grower, despite its small size. Evergreen indoors or in warm climates. Roots are hardy to zone 8 when planted in the ground, but the plant will die to the ground in winter. |
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| Bloom Time | Prized for foliage |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Compact Form |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Growth Habit | Compact |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Accent |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Crossvine (Bignonia); Mandevilla (Mandevilla); Plumbago (Plumbago); Bougainvillea (Bougainvillea); Hibiscus (Hibiscus); Fatsia (Fatsia) |
| Care Instructions | Prefers humus-rich, evenly moist, well-drained soils. Benefits from some protection from harsh afternoon sun in hot southern regions. Indoors, provide bright light. When planted in the ground, water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Apply fertilizer when new growth begins in spring. |
Details
| Description | Reaching only 4 to 6 feet tall, this very dwarf variety is perfect for containers, either inside or on patios. Big leaves are packed closely and tightly to the thick stem, creating a symmetrical and compact appearance. A vigorous grower, despite its small size. Evergreen indoors or in warm climates. Roots are hardy to zone 8 when planted in the ground, but the plant will die to the ground in winter. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Prized for foliage |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Compact Form |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Growth Habit | Compact |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Accent |
|---|---|
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Crossvine (Bignonia); Mandevilla (Mandevilla); Plumbago (Plumbago); Bougainvillea (Bougainvillea); Hibiscus (Hibiscus); Fatsia (Fatsia) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Prefers humus-rich, evenly moist, well-drained soils. Benefits from some protection from harsh afternoon sun in hot southern regions. Indoors, provide bright light. When planted in the ground, water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Apply fertilizer when new growth begins in spring. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Super Dwarf™ Banana produce flowers?
Prized for foliage
Is Super Dwarf™ Banana evergreen or deciduous?
Super Dwarf™ Banana is Evergreen.
What are the special features of Super Dwarf™ Banana?
Super Dwarf™ Banana is Compact Form.
How fast does Super Dwarf™ Banana grow?
Super Dwarf™ Banana has a Moderate growth rate.
What is the growth habit of Super Dwarf™ Banana?
Super Dwarf™ Banana grows in an Compact habit.
Where can I use Super Dwarf™ Banana in my landscape?
Super Dwarf™ Banana is suitable for: Border, Container, Accent.
What color is the foliage of Super Dwarf™ Banana?
Super Dwarf™ Banana has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Super Dwarf™ Banana?
Good companion plants for Super Dwarf™ Banana include: Crossvine (Bignonia); Mandevilla (Mandevilla); Plumbago (Plumbago); Bougainvillea (Bougainvillea); Hibiscus (Hibiscus); Fatsia (Fatsia).
How do I care for Super Dwarf™ Banana?
Prefers humus-rich, evenly moist, well-drained soils. Benefits from some protection from harsh afternoon sun in hot southern regions. Indoors, provide bright light. When planted in the ground, water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Apply fertilizer when new growth begins in spring.
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.