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Exposurefull sun
Watermoderate
Typeperennial
Distribution
Musa acuminata Dwarf Cavendish 1
Dwarf Cavendish Banana
Flower Colors
Description
An evergreen perennial to 3m tall, with oblong leaves to 1.2m long; drooping spikes of yellow flowers with purple bracts open sporadically through the year, followed by edible yellow fruit
Mature Height
4m
Mature Spread
2.5m
Plant Characteristics
Foliage
Evergreen
Growth Habit
Suckering
Growth Speed
Moderate · 0.3 m/yr
Soil Texture
ChalkClayLoamSand
Soil pH
AcidAlkalineNeutral
Soil Moisture
Moist but well-drainedWell-drained
Hardiness (RHS)
H2
Hardiness (USDA)
Zones 10-11
Flowering Season
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Key Features
Patio and container plants
Available Variants
| Container Size | Details | Price |
|---|---|---|
| H: 80cm8422M | H: 80cm | €22.23 |
All prices include VAT. Availability may vary by season.