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‘Poquito’ Banana

Musa Acuminata ‘Poquito’ PP26424

“Just right” ‘Poquito’ quickly grows to about 3 feet high, working well in containers, as a border or in a tropical garden. New growth boasts red spots against green leaves.

Light Needs

Full Sun to Part Shade

USDA Zones

USDA Zones
9a - 12b

mature dimensions

3′ high x 3′ wide
This plant is suitable for your USDA Zone 9a
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More About ‘Poquito’ Banana

Bloom/Feature

New growth boasts red spots against green leaves

Evergreen or Deciduous?

Deciduous

Plant Hardiness

Hardy to 20°F to 30°F

Key Features

Clumping Habit, Dwarf, Heat Tolerance, Variegated Foliage, Wet Areas

Flowering Season

None

Uses

Accent, Container, Tropical Garden

Water Needs

Medium

Fertilize

Low amt of even n-p-k pre-planting

Pruning

None Needed

Planting Instructions

• Water before planting

• Plant in full sun to part shade

• Dig hole 2X the width of pot

• Backfill and plant 1″-2″ above soil level

• Water and add more soil if needed

• Mulch plants 1-2″ deep around plant, avoiding area closest to stem

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