Musa itinerans 'Pink' – Yunnan Banana (9cm Pot)
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description: Rare Pink-Stemmed Mountain Banana | Hardy & Fast-Growing | Exotic Architectural Statement Add a splash of rare botanical color to your garden with Musa itinerans 'Pink'. Native to the cool, high-altitude mountain forests of Yunnan and Southwest China, this sought-after variation of the Yunnan Banana is prized for its dramatic coloration and impressive UK vigor. As the plant develops, it produces slender, waxy pseudostems flushed with vibrant pink, reddish-purple, and silver-glaucous tones, topped with lush, architectural green leaves. Unlike clumping bananas that stay in a tight spot, Musa itinerans is a running species—in maturity, it sends out underground runners to form an incredible, jungle-like grove over time. What You Are Buying Pot Size: 9cm grower's pot. Plant Stage: Healthy, well-rooted young plant grown from seed by us. Growth Potential: Exceptionally fast-growing once established. With warm summer weather, rich compost, and regular feeding, this young plant will put on height and color rapidly in its first season! Why You’ll Love It Stunning Pink Stems: One of the most colorful and ornamental stems of any hardy garden banana, especially vivid on new growth. Cold-Tolerant & Robust: Adapted to mountain elevations, making it a reliable, vigorous performer in typical UK summer conditions. Cost-Effective & Rewarding: Starting with a well-rooted 9cm pot is the most affordable way to establish a rare, architectural specimen in your collection. Care & Growing Guide (Young Plant Stage) Next Steps Pot On Upon Arrival – We recommend potting up into a 2-to-3-litre pot using a rich, free-draining compost mix. Let it build a robust root system before planting out into the garden or a larger display container. Position Sun to Partial Shade – Grows happily in full sun or dappled jungle shade. Choose a sheltered spot away from strong prevailing winds to keep the foliage looking pristine. Watering & Feeding Thirsty & Hungry in Summer – Keep consistently moist during the g…
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