Banana Shrub Plant Overview
The Banana Shrub (Michelia figo) is a compact and fragrant shrub perfect for adding a unique scent and visual appeal to your garden. Growing between 6 inches to 1 foot tall, this plant produces creamy yellow and blushed-purple flowers that emit a delightful banana-like fragrance. It blooms year-round, with a particularly vibrant display in late winter and early spring.
Key Features
- Fragrant blooms with a distinctive banana scent
- Year-round flowering, peaking in late winter and early spring
- Attractive creamy yellow and blushed-purple flowers
- Low-maintenance and easy to grow
- Suitable for fragrant gardens and unique landscape accents
- Adaptable to various garden settings, including containers
Growing Information
The Banana Shrub thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-draining, rich organic soil. Water moderately, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. It is hardy in USDA zones 7 through 9 and is shipped in a 1-gallon pot, ready to be planted in your garden or container.