How to tend a Musa basjoo

Watering

Water thoroughly after soil surface dries, avoid saturated water

Sunlight

Like sunshine, high quality fruits in sunny places

Soil

Soil with loose texture or soil with specific nutrients

Fertilizer

Dilute fertilizers following instructions, apply 2-3 times monthly

Pruning

Remove aged tissues, dead and pest branches timely

About this plant

Origin
Japan
Category
Musaceae, Musa
Size
Diameter ≥ 40 cm, height ≥ 80 cm
Blooming period
Flowering period July-September, fruiting period August-November
Flower colors
white or light yellow, fruit color green and yellow
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