Hardy Banana Winterizing: Mulch, Don't Cut or Dig

Cutting Stimulates Tender Growth

If you cut a hardy banana (Musa basjoo) in fall, it regrows from the center—new growth is tender and freezes easily. Leave stems standing.

In Zone 7, deep mulch protects the corm. Digging risks damage and is only needed in Zone 5 or colder.

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