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Musa x paradisiaca 'Ae Ae'

Also Known As

  • Musa 'Ae Ae'
  • Musa 'Aeae'

Plant type

tree, perennial

size

  • H: 8'-18'
  • W: 4'-8'

planting zones

  • 9b-12

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Musa x paradisiaca 'Ae Ae' plant details

Musa x paradisiaca 'Ae Ae' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial tree with variegated foliage. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Musa x paradisiaca 'Ae Ae'

Plant type: perennial tree
Plant family: musaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen variegated
Mature size: 4 FT - 8 FT - wide, 8 FT - 18 FT - tall
Uses: big leaves, exotic, rare, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Musa x paradisiaca 'Ae Ae'

USDA Zones: 9b - 12
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Gardening facts about Musa x paradisiaca 'Ae Ae' plant

How to Grow Musa x paradisiaca 'Ae Ae'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen

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Tree, Perennial

Zones

8a-10b

Size

Height: 8'-20'

Width: 4'-15'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture - high
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Plant Type

Tree, Perennial

Zones

8b-11

Size

Height: 9'-14'

Width: 3'-8'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture - high
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Plant Type

Tree, Perennial

Zones

9a-11

Size

Height: 5'-7'

Width: 2'-5'

  • sun - mostly sun
  • even moisture - high
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Zones

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Size

Height: 8'-12'

Width: 3'-8'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture - high
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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 2'-5'

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  • even moisture - regular
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