Musa Basjoo
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Cultivar Name
Musa 'Basjoo'
Synonyms
"Japanese Fiber Banana"
Pictures
(credit the flying dutchman)
Description
This is one of the most exciting bananas. The plant has long, slender, bright green leaves. The 'Basjoo' is the world's cold hardiest banana It is hardy planted in ground -3F and with protective mulching it can survive temperatures reaching down to -20F. Its inflorescense is one of the most beautiful of all bananas. Strong fibers in the trunk of the 'Basjoo' have been used to make fabrics. It is a great landscape plant, it lends a tropical appearance to any situation. This is a great addition for gardeners living in cold temperate areas. 'Basjoo' also does very well in containers and makes a good interior plant.
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Origin
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Usage
Ornamental
Flowering
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Cultivation
- Mature Height -
12-18 feet
- Survival Zone -
3-7
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- Cold Hardiness -
The cold hardiest banana, will come back every year when covered on the ground in winter.
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- Sun -
Full sun
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Known Afflictions
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Research Notes
- Links to useful discussion threads in the forum:
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Members Growing This Banana
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External
- Links
- (Links to other useful pages on the web that mention this banana. Example: International Banana Society)
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