{"product_id":"musa-basjoo","title":"Musa 'Basjoo' Banana","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"border-subtlest ring-subtlest divide-subtlest bg-transparent\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gap-y-md flex flex-col\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative font-sans text-base text-foreground selection:bg-super\/50 selection:text-foreground dark:selection:bg-super\/10 dark:selection:text-super\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"min-w-0 break-words [word-break:break-word]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gap-y-md after:clear-both after:block after:content-['']\" id=\"markdown-content-6\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"my-2 first:mt-0 [\u0026amp;:has([data-inline-type=image])+\u0026amp;:has([data-inline-type=image])_[data-inline-type=image]]:hidden [\u0026amp;:has(table)_[data-inline-type=image]]:hidden [\u0026amp;_h1:first-of-type]:mt-8 [\u0026amp;_h2:first-of-type]:mt-6\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"prose dark:prose-invert inline leading-relaxed break-words min-w-0 [word-break:break-word] prose-strong:font-medium [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;*:first-child]:mt-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardy Banana | Musa basjoo | Japanese Fiber Banana | Cold Hardy Banana\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eMusa Basjoo is a sun-loving herbaceous perennial (widely grown as a spectacular architectural focal point) prized for its spectacular, continuous profusion of massive, arching, bright green, paddle-shaped leaves that bring an instant, lush tropical canopy to any environment. This exceptionally tough, incredibly cold-hardy selection is known for its remarkable, vigorous, fast-growing habit and bold, structural foliage that creates a dramatic, eye-catching statement piece for any landscape, perfectly suited for independent, small-scale plant cultivation. It thrives in full sun and rich soil, making it a spectacular, low-maintenance thriller for sunny landscape borders, tropical-themed gardens, poolside plantings, and large patio containers. With its bold, sweeping form and uniquely gigantic foliage, Hardy Banana offers an extraordinary display of vibrant tropical scale with exceptionally straightforward care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Musa Basjoo\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to partial shade; thrives in bright, direct sunlight to produce the most abundant, massive leaves and maintain a tight, sturdy, upright form. It requires strict protection from strong, harsh winds, which will easily shred its delicate, enormous leaves, though too much shade will cause the plant to become weak, stretch toward the light, and significantly reduce its growth rate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich, airy, well-drained soil; prefers a highly organic, loamy soil heavily amended with compost to fuel its rapid, massive growth while ensuring excellent aeration and drainage. It is extremely susceptible to root rot in heavy, waterlogged clay, especially during the cold, wet winter months when dormant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e High; water heavily and regularly to keep the soil evenly moist during the active summer growing season, allowing only the very top surface of the soil to dry out between waterings. It is a massive drinker that strongly dislikes being completely dried out and performs best with consistent, deep moisture, especially during the intense heat of summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exceptionally low maintenance. In colder climates, allow the first heavy frost to kill the foliage, then cut the thick, fibrous pseudostem down to about a foot or two above the ground. Cover the remaining base heavily with a thick, insulating layer of mulch or leaves to protect the underground corm through the winter, allowing it to surge with vigorous new growth in the early spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWildlife:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generally grown for its striking foliage; it is completely non-toxic and entirely safe for cats, dogs, and curious pets. Outdoors, its massive canopy is naturally deer-resistant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perennial in USDA zones 5–11; exceptionally cold-hardy for a tropical plant, completely dying back to the ground in winter in cooler regions before rapidly regenerating from the underground root system each spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping Info\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eMusa Basjoo Banana plants are shipped as healthy young starts in 4\" nursery pots. Allow 1–2 weeks after arrival for plants to recover from shipping and resume active growth before repotting or planting outdoors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Blossomdale","offers":[{"title":"4 Inch \/ Single","offer_id":67794493669655,"sku":null,"price":26.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 Inch \/ 2 Pack","offer_id":67794493702423,"sku":null,"price":45.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 Inch \/ 4 Pack","offer_id":67794493735191,"sku":null,"price":86.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 Inch \/ 6 Pack","offer_id":67794493767959,"sku":null,"price":121.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6 Inch \/ Single","offer_id":67794493800727,"sku":null,"price":36.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"6 Inch \/ 2 Pack","offer_id":67794493833495,"sku":null,"price":62.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"6 Inch \/ 4 Pack","offer_id":67794493866263,"sku":null,"price":118.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"6 Inch \/ 6 Pack","offer_id":67794493899031,"sku":null,"price":166.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/5416\/8343\/files\/MusaBasjoo1.jpg?v=1792762623","url":"https:\/\/blossomdale.com\/products\/musa-basjoo","provider":"Blossomdale","version":"1.0","type":"link"}