Plant Information

Common Name: Dwarf Banana

Scientific Name: Musa acuminata 'Dwarf Cavendish'

As a summer bedding plant, grow in humus-rich soil in a sheltered position in full sun. In a container, apply a balanced liquid fertiliser monthly. At the end of the season, pot up to overwinter. Keep just moist in winter.

Plant Information Plant Information

  • Plant Type Plant Type: Tropical
  • Scientific Name Scientific Name: Musa acuminata 'Dwarf Cavendish'
  • Benefits Benefits: Air purifier and fruit bearer
  • Lighting Conditions Lighting Conditions: Partial Shade to Full Sun
  • Water Regimen Water Regimen: Moist but well-drained
  • Fertilize Regimen Fertilize Regimen: Balanced liquid fertiliser monthly
  • Spread Dimensions Spread Dimensions: Ultimate height 2.5-4 metres; Ultimate spread: 1.5-2.5 metres
  • Temperature Requirements Temperature Requirements: 21-24 Degrees C (70-75 Degrees F)
  • Humidity Requirements Humidity Requirements: Medium to High