Description

Musa basjoo, commonly known as Japanese Banana, is a fast-growing tropical-looking plant admired for its enormous, lush green leaves. Perfect for creating a dramatic tropical atmosphere in gardens, patios and large containers.

💧 Watering

Water regularly and generously during active growth. Keep the soil lightly moist during Malta’s hot summers, avoiding waterlogging.

☀️ Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade. In Malta, protect young plants from intense afternoon summer sun and strong winds.

🍃 Foliage / Growth

Produces large, paddle-shaped green leaves on tall, sturdy pseudostems. Grows quickly in warm weather and may produce small, generally inedible bananas when mature.

🪴 Potting Mix

Prefers rich, fertile, well-draining soil enriched with compost. Mulching helps retain moisture during summer.

🌿 Fertilizer

Feed every 2–3 weeks during spring and summer with a balanced fertilizer to support its vigorous growth.

🐕🐈 Pet Safety

Generally considered non-toxic to cats and dogs. However, eating large amounts of foliage may cause mild digestive upset.

🌬️ Air Purifying

Primarily valued for its spectacular tropical foliage and ability to provide shade rather than proven air-purifying properties.

*Pictures shown may vary from actual product due to the live nature of the items. Some items may be out of stock for various reasons, we will issue a refund or offer alternatives should that be the case.
The Price is per one individual plant.