Musa 'FHIA-17'

Also Known As

Hardy Banana

Plant type

tree

size

H: 12'
W: 10'

planting zones

8a-11

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Musa 'FHIA-17' plant details

Musa 'FHIA-17' is a fast-growing broadleaf evergreen tree with green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge followed by yellow fruit. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Musa 'FHIA-17'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: musaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 10 FT wide, 12 FT tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
Uses: disease-resistant, edible, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Musa 'FHIA-17'

USDA Zones: 8a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Dont let the name fool you this plant is all buisness, each plant is grown from tissue cultures to be a disease free exact replica of the mother plant. This strain is destined for greatness and sure to take the place of many other breeds... Classified as a large Candavish type, when mature can reach 12 to 14 feet tall, good color. 25% Grand Nain. Fruit is similar to 'Goldfinger' but faster producing and with much heavier production. In preliminary commercial production fruit bunches are commonly weighing between 100 and 200 Lbs. (The stalks need propping) the quality and yields of the FHIA-17 strain are extreemley high!!

By: Florida Hill Nursery

Gardening facts about Musa 'FHIA-17' plant

How to Grow Musa 'FHIA-17'

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant