Ensete ventricosum Maurelii, also called Red Abyssinian banana, is a fast tropical feature with large red leaves that deepen in full sun. It belongs to the banana family but grows as an ornamental, not for eating.
This live plant ships in its pot. Plant in full sun in beds or large containers and water steadily in warm weather.
Features
Stunning red foliage in full sun
Bold feature for tropical beds
Grows in containers indoors
Light: Full sun
Growth rate: Fast
Harvest time: Summer
Mature width: 8-10 ft.
Growing zones: 4-11 patio / 8-11 outdoors
Mature height: 8-10 ft.
Botanical name: Ensete ventricosum
Seller: Seed & Bulb
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o***i
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The red leaves are striking and give the garden a tropical feel.
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s**c
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It’s an interesting plant, though the color was a little less dramatic than I expected.
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z**n
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A nice-looking plant with plenty of visual impact.
