Scarlet Gran Banana Plant
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Description
A beautiful, new banana cross that produces edible fruits! The Scarlet Gran has the ornamental qualities and beautiful coloring of the Sumatrana banana (also known as ‘Zebrina’, ‘Rojo’, or ‘Blood Banana’), with the edible qualities of the Gran Nain. If overwintered correctly this hybrid can produce small, seedless bananas.
One of the most notable qualities of the Scarlet Gran Banana Tree is its appearance. This short and stout banana tree stays about 7-10 feet tall, with wide, maroon variegated leaves that make it a prized landscape specimen. The leaves are large and glossy, providing a lush and tropical feel to your garden. This hybrid tree is also low maintenance, and resistant to diseases and pests.
The fruit produced by the Scarlet Gran Banana is truly special. The fruit of this banana plant is seedless, making it a convenient and easy-to-eat snack for you and your family. The fruit has a sweet and tangy flavor with a hint of citrus, making it a delicious addition to smoothies, desserts, or eaten on its own.
Overall, this Sumatrana-Gran Nain Hybrid is a must-have for any gardener or banana lover. With its unique appearance, delicious flavor, and low-maintenance qualities, this hybrid banana tree is sure to become a favorite in your garden.
Banana plants ship after April 1st in spring. This plant does not ship when cold weather threatens, so you may receive it separately from the rest of your order.
Characteristics
| Bloom Color | Red, Yellow |
| Fruit Color | Yellow Green |
| Fruit Size | Small |
| Hardiness Zone Range | 2 - 11, Outdoor Planting: 8 - 11 |
| Pollination | Self-Pollinating |
| Shade/Sun | Partial Shade - Full Sun |
| Soil Composition | Loamy |
| Soil Moisture | Well Drained |
| Soil pH Level | 5.5 - 6.5 |
| Taste | Sweet |
| Years to Bear | 2 - 3 |
Zone Compatibility
Pollination
This variety is self pollinating.
Tools & Supplies
Planting & Care
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Questions & Answers
When your tree matures, it will be approximately 7 - 10' tall x 4 - 5' wide. If yo are referring to size at shipping it will be 6-12 inches tall in a 1 quart pot.
Humidity of at least 50% or preferably higher. Banana Tree needs warm humid temperatures to grow.
Banana plants are not toxic to animals.
IF you scroll down to the bottom of the product page it shows the growing rande and it states outdoors zone 8-11 it would need to be grown indoors zone 2-7
We do not offer a plant that old, the quart pot is the only size we have and those will ship 4 inch pot 6-10 inches tall.
Customer Reviews
Live in zone 6 so it is inside until spring.
Based on the description and ease of growth in my zone
Color of the leaf 🍃
Inexpensive banana tree with edible fruit.
I hope to grow indoor during winter and outdoor during the 5 months of summer.