Musa basjoo | Japanese Banana - Double Trunk Tree - Height 180-230cm - 18lt

Musa basjoo | Japanese Banana - Double Trunk Tree - Height 180-230cm - 18ltMusa basjoo, also known as the Japanese fiber banana or hardy banana, is a fascinating and beautiful plant that thrives in outdoor gardens. Native to Japan, China, and Korea, this ornamental plant is prized for its striking foliage, which resembles that of a tropical banana tree. Musa basjoo typically grows to be between 6 and 10 feet tall, although it can grow larger in optimal conditions. Its large, broad leaves can reach lengths of up to 10 feet,

deeply lobed leaves that are green in color and turn a beautiful red in the fall

Phyllostachys aurea is a tough and resilient plant that can grow well in most soil types

It adds a vibrant pop of color to gardens and landscapes

It requires some pruning to maintain it dense and healthy shape

which mature to brown and persist through the seasons

Known for its striking

Very resistant to drought and sea salt

typically ripening in late summer to early autumn

The tree generally grows to a height of around 5 to 6 metres

it is resistant to heat

The tree is also resistant to many common pests and diseases

It is an interesting plant definitely worth of more attention