MUSA sikkimensis 'Red Tiger'
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MUSA sikkimensis 'Red Tiger'
Commonly known as Darjeeling banana
Reasonably hardy in milder areas this vigorous banana has red marking on its large leaves. The undersides of the leaves have a metallic red sheen
£25.00
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Pests & Diseases
Under glass - red spider mites, mealybugs, aphids -
Place of origin
Northeastern India, Bhutan -
EvergreenOblong-lance-shaped leaves to 2m (6½ft) long, with rounded bases
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BorderSuitable for the back of a large, sheltered shrub border
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Patio / pot plants
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Town garden
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Half hardy (down to 0)
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Height
4m (13ft) -
Spread
2m (6½ft)
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BananaPalm-like suckering perennial. Clusters of up to 14 small flowers, each enclosed in 1 or 2 large, purplish red bracts, are produced in pendent spikes. Angular fruit, to 15cm (6in) long, mature to green then turn brown
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Tall Shrub
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Tender - cool or frost free greenhouse
Tolerant 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) -
Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Fertile moist well-drained soilHumus-rich
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Full sun
Shelter from strong winds -
Mature Size4m (13ft)
2m (6½ft)
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