Japanese Fiber Banana -

(Musa basjoo)

Tropical Plants

Other Common Names: Japanese Hardy Banana
Family: Musaceae Genus: Musa Species: basjoo

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Plant Type: Tree, Tropical

Temp / Zone: Zone 5A · -20° to -15° F, Zone 5B · -15° to -10° F, Zone 6A · -10° to -5° F, Zone 6B · -5° to 0° F, Zone 7A · 0° to 5° F, Zone 7B · 5° to 10° F, Zone 8A · 10° to 15° F, Zone 8B · 15° to 20° F, Zone 9A · 20° to 25° F, Zone 9B · 25° to 30° F, Zone 10A · 30° to 35° F, Zone 10B · 35° to 40° F, Zone 11 · Above 40° F

Sun Exposure: Full / Mostly Sun, Morning Sun / Evening Shade, Morning Shade / Evening Sun

Soil Type: Clay, Loam, Silt

Soil Drainage: Moderately Drained, Poorly Drained

Water Needs: Average

Level of Care: Low

Growth Rates: Fast, Very Fast

Flower Color: White

Attracts: Visual Attention

Foliage Color: Medium Green

Average Width: 6' to 8'

Average Height: 12' to 15'

Fragrances: None

Season of Color: Fall Foliage, Spring Foliage, Summer Blooms, Summer Foliage

Resistant To: Deer Resistant, Disease, Heat, Mildew

Landscape Uses: Accent, Containers / Planters, Entryway, Focal Point Specimen, Foundation, Frame Structure, Garden Pond, Landscape Beds, Outdoor Living Areas, Perennial Garden, Small Groups

Growth Habits: Arching, Tall, Upright

Theme Gardens: Perennial

Soil pH: 5.5, 6, 6.5

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