Bordelon Banana Plant (Musa) – Rare Red-Purple Ornamental Banana Tree for Edible & Tropical Gardens - Starter Plant

Bordelon Banana Plant (Musa) – Rare Red-Leaf Ornamental Banana Tree Starter Plant

Bring vibrant tropical color and bold foliage to your garden with the Bordelon Banana Plant (Musa) – a stunning, fast-growing ornamental banana variety known for its striking red-purple leaves with deep green accents. Native to Louisiana, this rare variety is not only eye-catching but also cold-hardy, thriving in USDA zones 7–11, making it a favorite among gardeners across a wide range of climates.

The Bordelon Musa is prized for its dramatic appearance and rapid growth, reaching heights of 8–10 feet in ideal conditions. Its large, colorful leaves add texture and movement to any space – whether planted in the ground as a statement piece or grown in large containers for patios and decks. In warm climates, it may even produce small, edible bananas, although it’s primarily grown for its decorative value.

This banana plant is perfect for tropical-style landscaping, garden borders, poolside plantings, or indoor greenhouses. It thrives in full sun to partial shade, appreciates regular watering, and is relatively low-maintenance once established.

🌿 Key Features:

• Striking red-purple foliage for dramatic landscape appeal

• Cold-hardy to USDA zone 7 – rare among banana plants

• Fast-growing – can reach 8–10 ft in one growing season

• Great for containers or in-ground planting

• Low-maintenance & tropical vibe for any garden

• May produce edible bananas in ideal conditions

🌱 Growing Information:

• USDA Zones: 7–11

• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade

• Watering: Regular; keep soil moist but well-drained

• Mature Height: 8–10 feet

• Growth Rate: Fast

• Placement: Garden beds, tropical borders, large containers, patios

Your Bordelon Banana Plant will ship healthy and ready to thrive, carefully packed for transit. Whether you’re creating a tropical retreat or just adding a splash of bold color to your yard, this plant is a unique and rewarding addition to any garden.