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Exposurefull sun
Watermoderate
Typeperennial
Distribution
Musella lasiocarpa
Chinese Dwarf Banana Tree
Flower Color
Description
A low-growing, dwarf, suckering banana (but doesn't produce fruit). It has a conical trunk and large bright green leaves. Globular, waxy yellow flowers can last many months. It will grow outdoors if kept in frost-free locations.
Mature Height
1.5m
Mature Spread
1m
Plant Characteristics
Foliage
Evergreen
Growth Habit
UprightSuckering
Growth Speed
Slow · 0.1 m/yr
Soil Texture
ChalkClayLoamSand
Soil pH
AcidAlkalineNeutral
Soil Moisture
Moist but well-drainedWell-drained
Hardiness (RHS)
H4
Hardiness (USDA)
Zones 6-11
Flowering Season
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Key Features
ArchitecturalPatio and container plantsSub-tropical
Available Variants
| Container Size | Details | Price |
|---|---|---|
| VS7554J | €12.68 |
All prices include VAT. Availability may vary by season.