Musa Basjoo Banana Plant - Live Rooted Cold Hardy Banana Tree - Fast Growing Tropical Garden Plant - USDA Zone 5

Create a lush, tropical look—even in cooler climates—with the Musa Basjoo Banana Plant, the most cold-hardy banana tree available. Perfect for gardens, patios, and landscapes, this fast-growing plant delivers dramatic foliage all summer long.

🍌 What You’ll Receive

• 1 live Musa Basjoo plant
• Approx. 2–4 inches tall
• Established root system
• Shipped bare root (no pot)

❄️ Cold Hardy Advantage

• Hardy in USDA Zones 5–10
• Roots survive to approx. -10°F with mulch protection
• Top growth dies back in winter
• Regrows quickly in spring

💡 Perfect for achieving a tropical garden look in colder regions

🌞 Growth & Size

• Extremely fast growing—multiple feet per season
• Can reach 6–12 ft in one summer
• Mature height: 10–18 ft
• Thrives in full sun
• Prefers consistent, heavy watering

🌿 Grown for its large, dramatic foliage (not typically for fruit in cooler climates)

🌿 Care Tips

• Plant after last frost in well-draining soil
• Water regularly for best growth
• Mulch heavily in fall for winter protection
• Can be grown in containers and overwintered indoors

📦 Shipping Details

• Roots wrapped to retain moisture
• Secure, protective packaging
• Ships early in the week to avoid delays

Common Name: Musa Basjoo
Scientific Name: Musa basjoo
Sunlight: Full Sun
Watering: Consistent, Heavy Watering
Soil: Well-Draining Soil
Hardiness Zones: 5–10
Growth Habit: Fast Growing
Format: Live Rooted