Musa 'Vampire'

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 8'-10'
W: 6'-9'

planting zones

9b-12

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Musa 'Vampire' plant details

Musa 'Vampire' is a broadleaf evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial with bronze, burgundy, green and variegated foliage. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Musa 'Vampire'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: musaceae
Foliage: evergreen or semi-evergreen bronze, burgundy, green and variegated
Mature size: 6 FT - 9 FT - wide, 8 FT - 10 FT - tall
Uses: container plant, tropical

GROWING CONDITIONS for Musa 'Vampire'

USDA Zones: 9b - 12
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Musa acuminata ssp. zebrina ''Vampire' is a stunning ornamental banana with blue-green leaves liberally splashed with deep blood red. The red to brownish red stems will eventually produce clusters of yellow flowers with purple-red bracts and small, sweet bananas. Use in containers or garden beds in summer for an incredible subtropical focal point. Bring indoors as a houseplant in winter.