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Despite its tropical appearance, this variety is surprisingly hardy and can thrive in UK climates with proper care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEnsete, often referred to as the Abyssinian banana, is another stunning option for UK gardens. With its large, dramatic leaves and impressive height, Ensete makes a bold statement in any landscape. Will require winter protection in the UK, its tropical charm is worth the effort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOverall, these hardy banana varieties offer UK gardeners the opportunity to cultivate a lush and tropical ambiance in their outdoor spaces, providing a striking focal point that withstands the challenges of the British climate.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"ensete-ventricosum-maurelii","title":"Ensete ventricosum maurelii (Large)","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEnsete ventricosum 'Maurelii' - Red Abyssinian Banana Tree\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWelcome to the world of Ensete ventricosum 'Maurelii', a captivating cultivar known for its striking red foliage and tropical allure. 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These are \u003cstrong data-start=\"542\" data-end=\"591\"\u003elarge, well-established specimens in big pots\u003c\/strong\u003e, already forming impressive trunks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"629\" data-end=\"644\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"629\" data-end=\"644\"\u003eHighlights:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"645\" data-end=\"827\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"645\" data-end=\"683\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"647\" data-end=\"683\"\u003eFast-growing and visually striking\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"684\" data-end=\"727\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"686\" data-end=\"727\"\u003eThrives outdoors with winter protection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"728\" data-end=\"772\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"730\" data-end=\"772\"\u003eThick, white pseudostem and bold foliage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"773\" data-end=\"827\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"775\" data-end=\"827\"\u003eSupplied as large trunked plants, ready to impress\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Jungle in a Box","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55258868547970,"sku":null,"price":38.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/2274\/2338\/files\/7794E2C1-A324-4569-85E0-1A680F04A562.jpg?v=1749065868"},{"product_id":"musa-nagensium","title":"Musa nagensium","description":"\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eMusa nagensium – slender ornamental Banana tree with purple petioles when mature.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eAn real ornamental plant. It is growing in clusters wth very tall plants. This spieces can reach a height of 8 metres tall.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eA great banana plant for any tropical garden, usual winter care will be needed as not hardy.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003esupplied 2 litre pot \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jungle in a Box","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55347410633090,"sku":null,"price":16.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/2274\/2338\/files\/A16D6B00-37D5-4BC5-A535-562B6D2C6DDE.jpg?v=1757752499"},{"product_id":"ensete-ventricosum-hiniba-large","title":"Ensete ventricosum 'Hiniba' large","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn excellent rarely available banana.  Grows very rapidly during the summer when planted outside.  Hinibas are typically more upright with narrower leaves than the standard ventricosum.  The leaves have a distinctive purplish red midrib and purple margins and tips.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese are hugely popular and a fantastic addition to any tropical garden.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese like other Ensetes are not hardy, so winter protection will be needed \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3 litre pot large plants \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jungle in a Box","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55538934350210,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/2274\/2338\/files\/3ACE4BC7-3645-4D73-9B7B-22C902D8AAAC.jpg?v=1784556670"},{"product_id":"musa-balbisiana-thai-black-atia-black-1","title":"Musa balbisiana ‘Thai Black’\/’Atia Black’","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFast-Growing Banana Plant from Thailand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis variety starts with vibrant green stems when young but develops strikingly darker ornamental stems as it matures. With its dark green leaves and rapid growth, it’s a fantastic choice for banana plant enthusiasts. The leaves are also tougher than most other Musa varieties, making it more wind-tolerant. A must-have for any Musa fan!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinter Care\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003eWinter protection is essential, and the level of care will depend on your location within the UK.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese are large plants to post and we don’t make any money on postage, just the covers the cost of postage and packaging.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e9cm pot size \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jungle in a Box","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55618464252290,"sku":null,"price":7.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/2274\/2338\/files\/ABB26C20-C0F3-424B-BD2A-C9FE7D53C4F3.jpg?v=1773597750"},{"product_id":"musa-ice-cream","title":"Musa ‘Ice Cream’","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"79\" data-end=\"508\"\u003eplease note new growth just emerging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"79\" data-end=\"508\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCool by name, cool by nature — Musa ‘Ice Cream’ is a legendary banana with blue-tinged fruit that ripens to a creamy, vanilla-like flavour. Even if you never see it fruit in the UK, the sheer spectacle of its broad, silvery-green leaves will give your garden that instant tropical holiday feel. It’s a statement plant that brings the drama of the jungle to patios, borders, or even a big pot on the deck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"510\" data-end=\"897\"\u003eIn UK gardens, ‘Ice Cream’ is best treated as a tender banana. It will romp away through the summer if given warmth, moisture, and rich soil, easily reaching impressive heights in one season. Once autumn arrives, cut it back and either mulch heavily in milder regions or lift and overwinter in a frost-free spot. With a little care, it will come back bigger and bolder year after year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"899\" data-end=\"996\"\u003eStriking, exotic, and just a little bit indulgent — the banana that looks as good as it sounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"899\" data-end=\"996\"\u003elarge plants 4 litre pot \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jungle in a Box","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55622124994946,"sku":null,"price":29.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/2274\/2338\/files\/7B34321A-B723-4E96-9769-1D4663A4A03C.jpg?v=1787945655"},{"product_id":"musa-florida-variegata","title":"Musa ‘Florida’ – The Resilient Choice for Rare Plant Lovers.","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eIf you love the look of the Musa NoNo but want something a little more robust, the Musa ‘Florida’ is your perfect match. Because it carries a beautiful balance of white and green, it retains more chlorophyll, making it a slightly more vigorous grower and more forgiving to indoor conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eExpect rapid growth and huge, paddle-shaped leaves that bring an instant jungle feel to your space. In 2 litre pots, these are well-established \"pups\" ready to be repotted and admired as they reach for the ceiling!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/b\u003e Prefers bright, indirect light (protect from harsh midday sun to keep the white parts pristine).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/b\u003e Moderate—easier than the NoNo, but still loves high humidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGrowth:\u003c\/b\u003e Can reach 1.5m+ indoors with proper care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Jungle in a Box","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56437915517314,"sku":null,"price":34.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/2274\/2338\/files\/B449438B-0766-4BD5-B572-EAE1710F3FCC.jpg?v=1772652899"},{"product_id":"musa-nono","title":"Musa ‘NoNo’ – Rare Pink Variegated Banana.","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-9 citation-end-9\"\u003eA must-have for serious plant enthusiasts, the Musa ‘NoNo’ is a breathtaking variegated cultivar originating from Southeast Asia.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"3\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-8 citation-end-8\"\u003eUnlike standard bananas, the ‘NoNo’ is prized for its stable yet wild variegation, displaying deep burgundy and bright pink tones that intensify with light.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eThese 10.5cm pot specimens are established and showing fantastic colour. 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Commonly referred to as the Red Abyssinian Banana Tree, this ornamental plant adds a bold splash of color and exotic charm to any garden or landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnsete ventricosum 'Maurelii' stands out for its dramatic appearance, boasting large, paddle-shaped leaves in vibrant shades of crimson and burgundy. These bold, tropical leaves create a stunning contrast against the greenery of typical garden plants, making 'Maurelii' a focal point in any setting. With its upright growth habit, this banana tree can reach heights of up to 3 meters (10 feet), adding a touch of architectural elegance to your outdoor space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note for transport and packing some leaves may have to be trimmed or bent. However when your Banana is in its new home new growth will be rapid!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease not these are just starting to push new leaves and old leaves have been removed which you can see in the photos above. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2 litre pot \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jungle in a Box","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56668291629442,"sku":null,"price":12.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/2274\/2338\/files\/B9F1481E-E70E-4CBD-BDBD-A076CF7BE6D7.jpg?v=1779566324"},{"product_id":"musa-x-chiliocarpa-large","title":"Musa x chiliocarpa large","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Musa chiliocarpa is a banana plant that can grow up to 3 meters high in the wild. The leaves are similar to those of a Musa Dajiao. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe flowering is what this species is all about. 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Native to the cool, high-altitude mountain forests of Yunnan and Southwest China, this sought-after variation of the Yunnan Banana is prized for its dramatic coloration and impressive UK vigor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the plant develops, it produces slender, waxy pseudostems flushed with \u003cb\u003evibrant pink, reddish-purple, and silver-glaucous tones\u003c\/b\u003e, topped with lush, architectural green leaves. Unlike clumping bananas that stay in a tight spot, \u003ci\u003eMusa itinerans\u003c\/i\u003e is a running species—in maturity, it sends out underground runners to form an incredible, jungle-like grove over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat You Are Buying\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePot Size:\u003c\/b\u003e 9cm grower's pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlant Stage:\u003c\/b\u003e Healthy, well-rooted young plant grown from seed by us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrowth Potential:\u003c\/b\u003e Exceptionally fast-growing once established. With warm summer weather, rich compost, and regular feeding, this young plant will put on height and color rapidly in its first season!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy You’ll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStunning Pink Stems:\u003c\/b\u003e One of the most colorful and ornamental stems of any hardy garden banana, especially vivid on new growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCold-Tolerant \u0026amp; Robust:\u003c\/b\u003e Adapted to mountain elevations, making it a reliable, vigorous performer in typical UK summer conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCost-Effective \u0026amp; Rewarding:\u003c\/b\u003e Starting with a well-rooted 9cm pot is the most affordable way to establish a rare, architectural specimen in your collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare \u0026amp; Growing Guide (Young Plant Stage)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 99.9677%; height: 303.863px;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 14.5645%; height: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 83.2032%; height: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 58.7727px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 14.5645%; height: 58.7727px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eNext Steps\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 83.2032%; height: 58.7727px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003ePot On Upon Arrival\u003c\/b\u003e – We recommend potting up into a \u003cb\u003e2-to-3-litre pot\u003c\/b\u003e using a rich, free-draining compost mix. 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Discovered growing near Darjeeling in the Eastern Himalayas, this brilliant natural hybrid is believed to be a cross between the ultra-hardy \u003ci\u003eMusa sikkimensis\u003c\/i\u003e and an edible sweet banana (\u003ci\u003eMusa 'Chini-champa'\u003c\/i\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a showstopping specimen that combines the \u003cb\u003ebest of both worlds\u003c\/b\u003e: exceptional cold tolerance paired with stunning, highly ornamental tropical foliage. From a young age, the leaves feature a \u003cb\u003erich, dark reddish-purple underside\u003c\/b\u003e and a wine-red central midrib, complemented by a pale, waxy pseudostem that develops a soft reddish blush. 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