working well in containers, as a border or in a tropical garden. New growth boasts red spots against green leaves.
Poquito Banana
Poquito Banana In Southern Living Plant Collection brown pot
Poquito Banana
Poquito Banana In Southern Living Plant Collection brown pot
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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.

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Light Needs

Full Sun to Part Shade

USDA Zones

USDA Zones
9a - 12b

mature dimensions

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3′ high x 3′ wide
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More About ‘Poquito’ Banana

Bloom/Feature

“Just right” Poquito quickly grows to about 3 feet high, working well in containers or as a border. 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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