Banana Shrub | Michelia figo | Native Shrub
This hard-to-find selection is in stock and ready for your garden!
If you enjoy the intoxicating fragrances in the garden, Michelia figo – Banana Shrub is next to none! Creamy white flowers open in the spring then fade to yellow with the aroma of ripe bananas. The flowers open and resemble tiny Magnolia blooms with a slight crimson edge. Michelia figo – Banana Shrub is a heavy bloomer, so there will be plenty of flowers and fragrance to go around. Handsome glossy foliage of this evergreen shrub makes for a versatile landscape plant. If left alone, it can grow into a stately “shrubby tree”. Be sure to plant near entrance ways of windows so that the fragrance can be enjoyed.
Care
Plant in well balanced soils that have good drainage. Once established, the Banana Shrub is quite drought tolerant and cold tolerant. Yearly pruning and fertilization are all this care free shrub needs. Fertilize in early spring with our SR -18-5-10 slow release fertilizer for maximum growth and plant health.
Purchase our Slow Release fertilizer here SR-18-5-10.
Companion Plants
Paring other shrubs and perennials is an easy pick. Most ground covers will look great in front of the glossy green leaves. Anything blooming will stand out especially oranges, reds, and yellows like Coneflowers or Daylilies. Banana Shrub also is a great border plant and is very effective as a hedge. Keep in mind that around windows and decks this plant is a must have with its pretty foliage and amazing fragrance.
Ordering
Our processing time usually is 1-3 days after receiving the order. Orders taken after 4:00 pm on Wednesday through Sunday will be shipped the following Monday.
Shipping
The Plant Factory, Inc. offers the very best shipping processes to ensure quick, safe, and near-perfect results every time. Cold and heat may deter your order temporarily until it is safe to receive and plant your plants/trees in your area. At our discretion, we will hold order till the threat is gone ensuring you with the healthiest- viable product ordered.
Summer - Above 95 degrees | Winter - Below 34 degrees
Plant Highlight
- Growing Zone: 8-11
- Plant Brand: The Plant Factory Choice
- Botanical Name: Michelia figo
- Foliage Color: Green
- Flower Color: White to Yellow
- Flower Fragrance: Abundant
- Fall Color: No
- Type: Evergreen
- Mature Height: 6-8+
- Mature Width: 6-8+
- Growth Rate: Slow
- Exposure: Sun to part shade
- Soil Needs: Tolerant to many soils, well drained is best
- Water Needs: Occasionally
- Pruning Needs: Early spring trimming
- Awards:
- Grown by: The Plant Factory
- Pollinator Friendly: Yes
- Deer Resistant: Yes
- Pet Friendly: Yes
- Reblooming: No
- Cold and Heat Tolerant: Yes
Note: We put pictures and videos on our site to best represent our products, as an example of our quality as a grower. You may, however receive a smaller or larger plant than pictured depending on the season you buy. You may or may not get a plant blooming as shown on our site. We usually trim off blooms because they do not ship well. Your purchase of our plants should be considered an investment in your future garden and enjoy the process of growing it to its full potential.
Why The Plant Factory, Inc is a good choice?
Our plants are grown at our nursery. Our experienced staff use the best horticultural practices to ensure our plants are of the utmost health and quality. We select your plants as if we were buying them ourselves. Our standard goals are to exceed our customers’ expectations. We pride ourselves for great “out of the box” experiences with hassle-free customer service and quick resolutions.
