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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Growing Dwarf Cavendish from seed
Transplanting Dwarf Cavendish
Harvesting Dwarf Cavendish
Banana tree 'Dwarf Cavendish' information
How long does Dwarf Cavendish take to grow?
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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
