Ensete Maurelli Red Banana
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This plant has been listed or stocked within the last 6 months. Please call before travelling to confirm availability.
Description
Ensete Maurelli Red Banana is a striking tropical plant known for its large, colourful leaves that can add an exotic touch to large gardens or conservatories. It prefers warm conditions and can be grown outdoors in the UK during summer months with protection.
This plant enjoys full sun to part shade and requires frost-free conditions during winter. It is often grown as a tender perennial or ornamental specimen, with dramatic foliage rather than showy flowers being the main attraction.
Plant information
| Genus | Ensete |
|---|---|
| Species | Maurelli Red Banana |
| Cultivar | To be confirmed |
| Plant type | Other |
| Foliage | Deciduous |
| Height | 200-400 cm |
| Spread | 150-250 cm |
| Growth rate | Fast |
| Hardiness | Tender |
| Toxicity (Guide Only) | Safe |
| Last listed | 2026-06-23 |
Position
Full SunPart Shade
Flower colour
None
Season of interest
Summer
Features
Suitable for Pots
Soil
LoamWell DrainedNeutral