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MUSA basjoo
Commonly known as Japanese banana
The hardiest of the bananas which will survive outdoors in mild areas. Although it will produce small bananas in maturity this plant is usually grown as an attractive architectural plant
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EvergreenArching, oblong-lance-shaped, bright-green leaf blades to 3m (10ft) long.
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YellowPale yellow or cream.
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Height5m (16ft)
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Spread4m (13ft)
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Banana
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PalmCan be multi-stemmed. Produces flowers 2-3cm (¾ to 1¼in) long with large, brown bracts in pendent, terminal spikes. More mature specimens may produce inedible fruits to 6cm (2½in) long.
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Tender - cool or frost free greenhouseTolerant of low temperatures, but not surviving being frozen. Except in frost-free inner-city areas or coastal extremities requires glasshouse conditions. Plant can withstand temperatures down to 1°C (34°F)
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Full sunShelter from winds
MUSA basjoo
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Additional FeaturesArchitectural interestPests & DiseasesRed spider mite, mealy bugs and aphids can be a problem particularly if in greenhousePlace of originJapan
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Garden Location/ConditionsGreenhouse / conservatoryNot the sort of plants to be grown outside where there are likely to be frosts. These plants need to be grown in a conservatory or cool greenhouse or at least brought inside for the winterLoam based compost, plenty of light but shade from hot sun.Sub-tropical / mediterranean
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HardinessHalf hardy (down to 0)
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Leaf marginEntire
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Leaf shapeLanceolate
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Seasonal InterestAutumnSpringSummer
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Soil ConditionsFertile well drained soilHumus-rich
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Useful extras...

Fertilisers & Feeds - Vitax
Q4 Pelleted Fertiliser
A useful fertiliser suitable for use on a wide variety of plants. Q4 provides all the nutrients and trace elements essential for vigorous growth, abundant flowering and ripening of fruit.
3 options from £6.00

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Rootgrow mycorrhizal fungi
Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
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All-purpose Seaweed Stimulant
All-purpose organic concentrated seaweed feed that is a ready to use, derived from sustainable harvested kelp, that can be used on all outdoor and indoor plants, except acid loving plants.
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Garden Goodies
Max/Min Digital Thermometer
Thermometer which displays current temperature in the centre, with Max above and min below.
Suitable for use outdoors or in the greenhouse / conservatory.
With batteries included
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