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Banana 'Blood': Red-Striped Ornamental Banana

Banana 'Blood' (Musa)

Spectacular blue-green leaves striped with red make this ornamental banana a showstopper. Large clusters of yellow flowers with red-purple bracts add to the display. Can produce small, sweet bananas. Great for containers and poolside. Perennial.

Growing Requirements

Full Sun
Moderate Moisture Moderate
Height Height: 5 – 10 feet
Spread Spread: 4 – 7 feet

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