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Musa 'Truly Tiny'

Also Known As

  • Truly Tiny Banana

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 2'-4'
  • W: 2'-3'

planting zones

  • 9a-10b

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Musa 'Truly Tiny' plant details

Musa 'Truly Tiny' is a broadleaf evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial with red foliage. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and high water. Does well in rich soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Musa 'Truly Tiny'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: musaceae
Foliage: evergreen or semi-evergreen red
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall
Uses: dwarf

GROWING CONDITIONS for Musa 'Truly Tiny'

USDA Zones: 9a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: high
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Zn 8. Large green leaves with red blotches.
A miniature version of the Dwarf Cavendish Banana, this bana plant grows only 24" tall and produces great tasting bananas. Easy to grow, indoors or out, in Zones 8-11, the Musa "Truly Tiny" makes a great house or patio plant.

Gardening facts about Musa 'Truly Tiny' plant

How to Grow Musa 'Truly Tiny'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • high
  • Soil Needs

    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • red
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
    • semi-evergreen

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