Musa basjoo Banana – Bare Root Starter Plant | Cold Hardy Ornamental Banana

About This Plant

Musa basjoo, also known as the Japanese Fiber Banana, is an ornamental banana prized for its lush, broad green leaves and dramatic tropical appearance. It is one of the most cold-tolerant banana varieties, surviving temperatures down to -10°F with mulch. The plant is grown for ornamental foliage rather than fruit.

What You Will Receive

Bare root starter plant ready for transplanting in ground or containers. This is a non-fruiting, ornamental type designed for tropical look and fast growth.

• Form: Bare root starter plant
• Type: Non-fruiting ornamental banana
• Ideal use: In-ground beds or large containers, suitable for overwintering indoors in colder climates
• Hardiness: Advertised as cold hardy to -10°F with mulch (zones 5–11)

Live Plant Notice

Live plants naturally vary in size, shape, foliage, and appearance. Depending on the season and shipping conditions, plants may arrive dormant, leafless, pruned, bare root, or show minor shipping stress such as wilting or leaf loss.

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