Sunset®: 13,15-24
USDA: 9,10
Frost Tolerance: Leaves are frost sensitive, worst case the plant will grow back from the root.
Heat Tolerance: Well adapted to Phoenix weather
Sun Exposure: Full sun or light shade
Origin: Eastern Africa
Growth Habits: Fast growing to 12-20 feet (4-6 m), the specimen on photo reached 12 feet in 1 year
Watering Needs: Needs water to grow fast
Propagation: Pups will grow only when the main plant dies after flowering
The Ensete is sold around the Phoenix as "Red Banana". It is a very impressive banana looking plant, that grows really fast provided it gets enough water and fertilizer.
The Ensete can be readily distinguished from the fruiting bananas by the much stronger midrib.
Blooming Habits:
After the red banana has been growing for several years, its energy is now concentrating toward the flower production. The 2nd picture shows the flower bud. The fruit look like small 1 inch long undeveloped bananas. They contain a number of small black seeds.
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