Linda and Glenn’s banana plant is probably Musa basjoo, a species grown commercially for its fibre, which is used in textile production. It has a lush, topical look and is probably the hardiest ...

Hardy banana Published: Jun. 28, 2009, 9:24 a.m. By Special to The Oregonian The Oregonian Hardy banana (Musa basjoo) ...

A plant enthusiast has shaken the horticultural world after successfully growing dozens of bananas in a British domestic property for what is believed to be the first time. Mike Hillard, 64 ...

The Musa basjoo banana plant, grown on the Ryukyu Islands of Japan since the 13th century, was used for fiber and is commonly known as the Japanese fiber banana.

The Musa Basjoo banana plant has flowered at RHS Garden Harlow Carr. The plant, which has green, paddle-like leaves, that can each grow up to 10ft (3m) long, has produced creamy yellow flowers.

Growing a whole banana plant from seed is more complicated than it sounds, especially if you want edible fruit. Here's what ...

And the pink velvet banana (Musa velutina) produces clusters of small, pink fruit with a velvety skin. All of these ornamental bananas are smaller growing than typical bananas.

The race to unearth sweaters from the dark recesses of the closet — woolens now more wrinkled than a bloodhound’s visage — must stir in the gardener something of a panic.

The Musa Basjoo banana plant has flowered at RHS Garden Harlow Carr. The plant, which has green, paddle-like leaves, that can each grow up to 10ft (3m) long, has produced creamy yellow flowers.