{"title":"Tropical Banana","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"258\" data-end=\"277\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"262\" data-end=\"277\"\u003eGenus: Musa\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"279\" data-end=\"405\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"279\" data-end=\"290\"\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Musaceae (Banana Family)\u003cbr data-start=\"315\" data-end=\"318\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"318\" data-end=\"335\"\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Banana, Plantain\u003cbr data-start=\"352\" data-end=\"355\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"355\" data-end=\"372\"\u003eNative Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tropical Asia and Southeast Asia\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"407\" data-end=\"760\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"407\" data-end=\"423\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"423\" data-end=\"426\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"426\" data-end=\"434\"\u003eMusa\u003c\/strong\u003e comprises large, fast-growing herbaceous plants famous for their \u003cstrong data-start=\"500\" data-end=\"531\"\u003ebroad, paddle-shaped leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e and the edible bananas and plantains they produce. Although primarily tropical and subtropical, some species and cultivars are grown ornamentally in temperate regions, either indoors, in greenhouses, or as seasonal patio plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"762\" data-end=\"1022\"\u003eMusa plants can reach impressive heights, often over 2–6 metres outdoors in suitable climates, with a dramatic architectural presence thanks to their lush foliage. The plants produce spectacular, pendulous flower clusters that later develop into banana fruits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1024\" data-end=\"1273\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1024\" data-end=\"1039\"\u003eCare Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1039\" data-end=\"1042\"\u003eMusa thrives in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1058\" data-end=\"1112\"\u003ewarm temperatures, high humidity, and bright light\u003c\/strong\u003e, requiring \u003cstrong data-start=\"1124\" data-end=\"1151\"\u003erich, well-drained soil\u003c\/strong\u003e with consistent moisture. They do not tolerate frost and must be overwintered indoors or in heated greenhouses in Canada.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1275\" data-end=\"1356\"\u003eRegular feeding during the growing season encourages healthy growth and fruiting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1358\" data-end=\"1384\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1358\" data-end=\"1382\"\u003eInteresting Tidbits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1385\" data-end=\"1865\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1385\" data-end=\"1504\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1387\" data-end=\"1504\"\u003eSome ornamental Musa cultivars are prized purely for their foliage colours and shapes rather than fruit production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1505\" data-end=\"1591\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1507\" data-end=\"1591\"\u003eBananas are technically berries and among the world’s most widely consumed fruits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1592\" data-end=\"1718\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1594\" data-end=\"1718\"\u003eIn garden design, Musa’s dramatic foliage adds a tropical flair and can serve as a striking focal point or privacy screen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1719\" data-end=\"1865\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1865\"\u003eWhile full fruiting is challenging in cooler climates, growing Musa indoors or in greenhouses lets gardeners enjoy its exotic beauty year-round.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"banana-nono-rose","title":"Banana 'Nono Rose'","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn extraordinarily rare tropical plant highly prized by collectors for its large, paddle-shaped green leaves marbled with dramatic splashes of hot pink, cream and white. Discovered originally as a natural mutation in the wild jungles of Papua New Guinea, this fast-growing botanical treasure features unique variegation patterns on every single leaf. It can grow from a small starter plant to a height of 3-6 feet in a relatively short period of time.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Scott's Nursery Ltd. ","offers":[{"title":"6\" Pot","offer_id":46868997243017,"sku":"P28450","price":109.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0373\/3576\/1033\/files\/BananaNonoRose.jpg?v=1781285480"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.scottsnurseryonline.com\/collections\/banana-plants.oembed","provider":"Scott's Nursery Ltd. ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}