Michelia figo |
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Banana Shrub |
Michelia figo is an evergreen shrub or tree. It has slow, dense growth to 6'-8' tall, possibly to 15'. It has glossy 3" long, medium green leaves. Heavier bloom appears in spring, but scattered flowers often appear throughout summer.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
3-6', 6-12'
Flower Color
Red, Yellow, White, Multi-Colored
Flower Season
Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Slow
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Rich, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Japanese, Meadow, Ranch, Woodland
Accenting Features
Espalier, Fragrance, Showy Flowers, Specimen, Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer
Location Uses
Foundation, Patio
Special Uses
n/a
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs. If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.