Description
Musa Basjoo, also called hardy banana, is native to southern China. It is the most hardy banana plant in existence. The plant is hardy, but in severe frosts it will die down to the stem or even to the ground. Fortunately, the plant grows back rapidly in the spring. The Musa Basjoo is a great garden banana for outdoors but can also be kept in a tub or on the patio. After only 3 years, the tree can flower and produce fruit. The garden banana can reach heights of about 250cm in ideal conditions.
Care
The plant grows best in a sunny spot in nutrient-rich, well-drained soil. The Musa Basjoo needs a lot of water during the summer months from April to September. The more water the plant gets, the faster it grows. This can amount to up to 180 cm per year under the right conditions! In winter the top of the plant dies without protection, in spring it comes back and starts its growth spurt again. If the plants are in a pot, they can also be brought indoors in winter and continue to grow throughout the winter. Pruning Musa Basjoo is not necessary, but is always allowed.
Size
Upon delivery, the plants have a height of 55 to 70cm (measured incl. pot). The plants are delivered in pots with a diameter of 21cm.
