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Banana tree 'Dwarf Cavendish'

Musa

'Dwarf Cavendish' is a Banana tree variety in the Musa genus with a scientific name of Musa. Dwarf Cavendish grows as a Perennial and is a Fruit. Being a Perennial, it tends to grow best over several years (approx 3 years and greater). Dwarf Cavendish normally grows to a mature height of 2.44 metres (that's 7.92 feet imperial).

Viet Nam is believed to be where Dwarf Cavendish originates from.

Dwarf Cavendish Banana tree is normally quite a low maintenance plant and is normally very easy to grow - great for beginner gardeners!

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How to grow Banana tree 'Dwarf Cavendish'

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Plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water often. Keep in mind when planting that Dwarf Cavendish is thought of as tender, so remember to ensure that temperatures are mild before moving outdoors. Use USDA Hardiness Zone 8 - 12 as your guideline for the appropriate climate for this plant.

Growing Dwarf Cavendish from seed

Transplanting Dwarf Cavendish

Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as Dwarf Cavendish is a tender plant.

Harvesting Dwarf Cavendish

Banana tree 'Dwarf Cavendish' information

How long does Dwarf Cavendish take to grow?

These estimates for how long Banana tree 'Dwarf Cavendish' takes to sprout, grow and harvest are from real observations from real gardeners, right around the world. Start logging and journaling your observations to participate!

Banana tree Dwarf Cavendish Etymology

Named for William Cavendish, 6th Duke of Devonshire.

Dwarf Cavendish folklore & trivia

Primary commercial replacement variety after Panama disease wiped out the Gros Michel commercial trade.

Other Names for Banana tree 'Dwarf Cavendish'

Musa cavendishii, Musa chinensis, Musa sinensis

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