Plant Type:
Tree-like Herbaceous Perennial
Musa ‘Siam Ruby’ is actually a very large growing herbaceous perennial, despite being known commonly as a ‘banana tree’. This is because the stem does not turn woody.
Cold Hardiness:
Tender
Musa ‘Siam Ruby’ is one of the most ornamental bananas you can grow, but it is tender and will not tolerate colder weather. This plant requires year-round heat to thrive and is best grown as a houseplant in winter.
Eventual Height:
3m
Musa ‘Siam Ruby’ are very fast growing plants and can easily reach 3m in height in one growing season.
Light requirements:
Full sun – Partial Shade
Although Musa ‘Siam Ruby’ will grow perfectly happily in partial shade, it will grow far stronger and produce richer colour in full sun with high humidity.
Water Requirements:
Frequent
Caring for this plant:
Spring & Summer: Feed regularly to promote healthy growth throughout the season.
Autumn & Winter: Grow as a houseplant to protect this tender Banana species from cold.
