🍌 Banana ‘Cavendish’
Musa acuminata ‘Cavendish’
A popular dwarf banana variety with lush tropical leaves and clusters of sweet, dessert-quality bananas. Compact growth makes it ideal for patios and small gardens.
🌿 Perennial in South Florida
🌍 Native Origin: Southeast Asia
☀️ Light: Full sun to part sun
💧 Water: High; keep soil consistently moist but not soggy
📏 Size: 6–8 ft tall, 4–6 ft wide
🌸 Bloom Time: Year-round in tropical climates; fruit follows flower stalks
🪴 Landscape Use: Great for patio planters, poolside gardens, or tropical edible landscapes
💡 Casaplanta Tip: Use Coast of Maine Bar Harbor Blend in containers or amend in-ground beds with Bumper Crop to support vigorous growth and reliable fruiting