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Sinningia 'Bananas Foster'
Also Known As
- Bananas Foster Sinningia
Plant type
perennial, bulb / corm / tuber
size
- H: 24"
- W: 24"
planting zones
- 7b-10b
Sinningia 'Bananas Foster' plant details
Sinningia 'Bananas Foster' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer yellow flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Sinningia 'Bananas Foster'
- Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
- Plant family: gesneriaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 24 IN wide, 24 IN tall
- Flowers: yellow blooms in fall, spring and summer
- Uses: cutting garden, long-blooming, rock garden, xeric
GROWING CONDITIONS for Sinningia 'Bananas Foster'
- USDA Zones: 7b - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: occasional
- Resistant to: heat
- Soil needs: rich and well-drained
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Gardening facts about Sinningia 'Bananas Foster' plant
How to Grow Sinningia 'Bananas Foster'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- yellow
Wildlife
- hummingbirds
Flower Season
- fall
- summer
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
7b-11
Size
Height: 2'-5'
Width: 1'-6'
- sun - mostly sun
- regular
- dry in winter
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Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
7b-11
Size
Height: 12"-24"
Width: 18"-36"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
7b-11
Size
Height: 12"-15"
Width: 6"-12"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
10a-11
Size
Height: 8"-10"
Width: 8"-10"
- bright shade
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Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
7b-11
Size
Height: 4'
Width: 2'
- sun - mostly shade
- regular - occasional
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