Michelia figo
Banana shrub
Flower Colors
Description
A rounded, bushy evergreen shrub 3-4m tall, with downy, yellowish-brown stems and shiny, oval dark green leaves. The cup-shaped, banana-scented flowers are greenish-yellow to ivory white, with a fine dark red margin to the petals, and appear in late spring and early summer
Mature Height
4m
Mature Spread
2.5m
Plant Characteristics
Foliage
Evergreen
Growth Habit
Bushy
Growth Speed
Moderate · 0.3 m/yr
Soil Texture
ClayLoamSand
Soil pH
AcidNeutral
Soil Moisture
Moist but well-drained
Hardiness (RHS)
H5
Hardiness (USDA)
Zones 1-11
Fragrance
Flower
Flowering Season
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Key Features
FragrantCity and courtyard gardensCoastalCottage and informal gardenMediterranean climate plantsPatio and container plantsFlower borders and bedsWall side borders
Available Variants
| Container Size | Details | Price |
|---|---|---|
| H: 60cm9167U | H: 60cm | €25.99 |
| H: 15cm9167X | H: 15cm | €16.44 |
| H: 15cm9167J | H: 15cm | €12.20 |
All prices include VAT. Availability may vary by season.