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Blood Banana - 1 Gallon
SKU:
1165205
UPC:
014949619414
$14.99
- Striking blue‑green leaves boldly mottled with deep blood‑red—an instant tropical focal point.
- Fast growth to a compact 6–8 ft. tall and wide—perfect scale for courtyards and large containers.
- Thrives in full to partial sun with evenly moist, well‑drained, humus‑rich soil; shelter from strong winds.
- Frost‑tender evergreen; summer blooms may be followed by small, occasional fruit in warm conditions.
Blood Banana (Musa acuminata ‘Zebrina’) is a lush, ornamental banana celebrated for its dramatic, blood‑red splashed foliage that transforms patios and poolside plantings into a vivid tropical scene. Quick to size up into a dense, clumping accent, it performs best in bright light and evenly moist, well‑drained soil, with leaf edges kept pristine by protection from harsh winds. Use it as a bold container centerpiece or to create an “instant jungle” backdrop in warm‑zone beds.
Plant Description
A fast‑growing, clumping ornamental banana with broad, paddle leaves washed and speckled in burgundy over blue‑green—grown primarily for its dramatic foliage effect.
Foliage & Color
Bold leaves display blue‑green backgrounds struck through with deep blood‑red mottling and slashes; color is most vivid with bright light and consistent moisture.
Flowers & Fruit
Showy summer bracts and yellow flowers; in warm, tropical conditions plants may bear small, sweet bananas, though fruiting is incidental to the foliage display.
Habit & Size
Quickly forms a clump to about 6–8 ft. tall and wide—substantial presence without overwhelming smaller spaces.
Sun & Exposure
Full sun to partial sun. In hot southern exposures, provide light afternoon shade to prevent scorch and maintain leaf quality; always shelter from strong winds to limit tearing.
Water & Soil
Keep soil evenly moist but never waterlogged. Best in humus‑rich, well‑drained mixes; top‑dress with compost to sustain growth during warm months.
Hardiness
USDA Zones 10–11; treat as a container plant in cooler regions and overwinter frost‑free. Foliage is frost‑tender.
Special Features
Dramatic, tropical foliage; fast growth for quick impact; visually anchors pools, patios, and entry courts; suitable for large containers.
Landscape Uses
Containers and poolside accents, tropical borders, “instant jungle” backdrops, and bold color blocks paired with hibiscus, plumbago, and other sun lovers.
Care & Maintenance
Water deeply and consistently during active growth; feed regularly with a balanced fertilizer. Remove tattered leaves at the base to keep clumps tidy.
Container Tips
Use a high‑quality, well‑drained potting mix; keep evenly moist. Position in bright light and rotate for even growth; protect from high winds on balconies.
Spacing & Planting
Allow 6–8 ft. on center for mature clumps in beds. In mixed containers, give it the “thriller” role with lower mounding companions to showcase foliage.
- Striking blue‑green leaves boldly mottled with deep blood‑red—an instant tropical focal point.
- Fast growth to a compact 6–8 ft. tall and wide—perfect scale for courtyards and large containers.
- Thrives in full to partial sun with evenly moist, well‑drained, humus‑rich soil; shelter from strong winds.
- Frost‑tender evergreen; summer blooms may be followed by small, occasional fruit in warm conditions.
Blood Banana (Musa acuminata ‘Zebrina’) is a lush, ornamental banana celebrated for its dramatic, blood‑red splashed foliage that transforms patios and poolside plantings into a vivid tropical scene. Quick to size up into a dense, clumping accent, it performs best in bright light and evenly moist, well‑drained soil, with leaf edges kept pristine by protection from harsh winds. Use it as a bold container centerpiece or to create an “instant jungle” backdrop in warm‑zone beds.
Plant Description
A fast‑growing, clumping ornamental banana with broad, paddle leaves washed and speckled in burgundy over blue‑green—grown primarily for its dramatic foliage effect.
Foliage & Color
Bold leaves display blue‑green backgrounds struck through with deep blood‑red mottling and slashes; color is most vivid with bright light and consistent moisture.
Flowers & Fruit
Showy summer bracts and yellow flowers; in warm, tropical conditions plants may bear small, sweet bananas, though fruiting is incidental to the foliage display.
Habit & Size
Quickly forms a clump to about 6–8 ft. tall and wide—substantial presence without overwhelming smaller spaces.
Sun & Exposure
Full sun to partial sun. In hot southern exposures, provide light afternoon shade to prevent scorch and maintain leaf quality; always shelter from strong winds to limit tearing.
Water & Soil
Keep soil evenly moist but never waterlogged. Best in humus‑rich, well‑drained mixes; top‑dress with compost to sustain growth during warm months.
Hardiness
USDA Zones 10–11; treat as a container plant in cooler regions and overwinter frost‑free. Foliage is frost‑tender.
Special Features
Dramatic, tropical foliage; fast growth for quick impact; visually anchors pools, patios, and entry courts; suitable for large containers.
Landscape Uses
Containers and poolside accents, tropical borders, “instant jungle” backdrops, and bold color blocks paired with hibiscus, plumbago, and other sun lovers.
Care & Maintenance
Water deeply and consistently during active growth; feed regularly with a balanced fertilizer. Remove tattered leaves at the base to keep clumps tidy.
Container Tips
Use a high‑quality, well‑drained potting mix; keep evenly moist. Position in bright light and rotate for even growth; protect from high winds on balconies.
Spacing & Planting
Allow 6–8 ft. on center for mature clumps in beds. In mixed containers, give it the “thriller” role with lower mounding companions to showcase foliage.
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