Musa Dwarf Cavendish - Banana Plant | Houseplant

Musa Dwarf Cavendish - Banana Plant

This plant is for local delivery and collection. If you wish to have it shipped please contact us directly for costs. 

Musa ‘Dwarf Cavendish’ is a compact banana plant with broad, paddle-shaped green leaves that often display striking maroon or purple markings when young. Growing to a manageable size, it brings a bold, tropical feel indoors or to sheltered outdoor spaces. With its lush, leafy presence, this plant makes an impressive feature while remaining suitable for smaller areas.

Provided in a 24cm pot

Please note: This plant is not pet safe
Individual plants may differ slightly in shape and size from the picture shown.

Care Instructions:

• Light Conditions☀️
  Banana plants thrive in bright, indirect light, mimicking the dappled sunlight they receive in their native habitats. A south- or east-facing window is ideal.
  Direct sunlight can easily scorch the fronds and should be avoided.
  You might need to rotate the plant or provide some shade during the hottest parts of the day.
  
• Watering💧
  Water when the top 2-3cm of the soil is dry.
  Musa plants are thirsty and need a lot of water to sustain their large leaves, but they are very sensitive to overwatering.
  Reduce watering significantly in the cooler autumn and winter months when the plant's growth slows.
  Allow excess water to drain away.
  
• Humidity💦
  Banana Plants thrive in high humidity levels.
  If you need to increase your humidity levels you can use a humidifier or you could consider regularly misting your plant if the indoor air is dry.
  You can also place your plant on a tray of pebbles and water to increase the humidity levels.
  
• Temperature🌡️
  Boston ferns prefer moderate temperatures, ideally between 18-27°C.
  Avoid cold draughts, air conditioners or heaters as this plant is sensitive to temperature fluctuations.
  
• Fertilising🌱
  Banana plants are fast growers and require heavy feeding during the active growing season (Spring-Summer).
  Apply a liquid feed weekly through spring and summer, especially for container-grown plants.
  
• Additional Care➕
  Repot every 1-2 years, or when root bound, in well-draining soil to accommodate growth and refresh nutrients.
  Remove any dead, yellowing, or damaged fronds at the base with clean tools to maintain a tidy appearance and encourage healthier growth.