Question: We purchased a banana tree this year, and I was wondering if we would ever be able to harvest bananas? Answer: Many gardeners enjoy adding a touch of the tropics with various plants such ...

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 ...

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

According to a gardening expert, there are five plants that can transform your garden into a tropical paradise. Gardening is a fulfilling pastime for many, but the vast array of plant and flower ...

The OregonianHardy banana (Musa basjoo) The hardy banana ... Cover the base and cut end of the plant with the dead leaves. Colder areas need a mulch at least 24 inches deep.

Few, if any, plants can rival hardy bananas (Musa basjoo) when it comes to adding a tropical flair to Northwest gardens. These exotic plants can grow to over 20 feet tall with 12-foot- long leaves.

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.