Musa basjoo ~ Monrovia® Hardy Banana Size:5 GALLON and powdery mildew are occasional

and powdery mildew are occasional disease problems

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It's a variegated

various pests are common but cause minimal damage

Musa basjoo ~ Monrovia® Hardy Banana Size:5 GALLON and powdery mildew are occasionalMonrovia Hardy Banana or Japanese Fiber Banana is a perennial in zones 5 8, reaching near 10 feet tall in a season, with a crown of wide, green tropical foliage. Will not flower in areas with temperatures below freezing. Type: Perennial Height: 8' 10' Spread: 6' 8' Spacing: 6' USDA Hardiness Zone: 5 10 Culture: Full Sun, Part Sun Bloom Color: Cream, Yellow Season of Interest: Spring, Summer MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low maintenance. Water regularly. Cut back