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How do I look after Musa Basjoo?
For best results, grow Musa basjoo in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil that has had lots of organic matter incorporated to boost fertility.
Can banana tree roots damage Foundation?
You need not worry about banana tree roots damaging the foundations of your home, sidewalks, or even your underground water lines. While the size and reach of the root system may be substantial, it will not cause damage to your home or infrastructure, unlike many other trees.
How often should I water my Musa basjoo?
The Musa basjoo plant likes to be watered only when the top 2 inches of soil are dry to the touch. During the summer months, you need to water regularly.
Is Musa basjoo perennial?
Musa basjoo is a herbaceous perennial with trunk-like pseudostems growing to around 2–2.5 m (6.6–8.2 ft), with a crown of mid-green leaves growing up to 2 m (6.6 ft) long and 70 cm (28 in) wide when mature.
Can banana trees grow in pots?
A banana tree (Musa spp.) grown in a pot provides the same large, dramatic leaves and, in some cases, equally dramatic flowers, as a banana grown in the ground. All types can grow in pots, indoors and out.
How deep are Musa Basjoo roots?
5 feet deep
Parts of the Root System The rhizome, suckers and their fibrous roots form a mass of roots known as the mat. In well-drained, loose soils, the University of Florida IFAS Extension says the roots are capable of reaching up to 5 feet deep and spreading up to 16 feet horizontally.
What bugs are attracted to banana trees?
The banana weevil (Cosmopolites sordidus) is an invasive insect that infests banana trees, feasting on the trunk and leaves. The weevil hides inside the leaf sheath during daylight hours and does its damage in darkness. The banana weevil is native to southeast Asia but is now found in banana crops around the world.
Do roaches hate basil?
Roaches are after two things; water and food. Question: Fresh or dried basil leaves are best for eliminating roaches? Answer: Dried basil leaves are more potent, therefore give off more of a scent.