Ensete ventricosum ‘Maurelii’—often called the Red Banana—is one of the most dramatic and fast‑growing tropical foliage plants available. Its large, waxy fronds develop deep burgundy‑purple tones with age, creating an impressive architectural effect perfect for sunny patios, warm conservatories, statement pots and bold exotic gardens.
This 3‑pack of 5cm garden‑ready plug plants gives you the ideal number for a grouped container display, a tropical patio arrangement, or for dotting through a border to create height and drama.
Plants arrive vigorous and healthy, ready to plant out in warm conditions or pot on until you’re ready.
🌱 Why Choose the 3‑Pack?
- Great for pots, patios, and smaller tropical displays
- Perfect number for grouped planting or structural accents
- More affordable way to add bold tropical height
- Rapid growth gives quick visual impact
- A superb complement to Colocasia, Cannas and Musa
🌿 Plant Details
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Pack Size: 3 plug plants
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Plug Size: Approx. 5cm
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Foliage: Large, waxy, green‑to‑burgundy leaves
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Position: Full sun, warm and sheltered areas
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Soil: Moist, rich, free‑draining compost
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Uses: Big pots, patios, conservatories, exotic borders
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Hardiness: Tender — protect from frost
❄️ Overwintering
Ensete ‘Maurelii’ is not frost hardy. To overwinter successfully:
- Move potted plants into a frost‑free conservatory or bright indoor space
- Or lift and store the plant cool and dry over winter
- Keep plug plants indoors until late spring for best results
- Reintroduce outdoors only after frost risk has passed
📦 Delivery & Packaging
All plants are shipped via Royal Mail 48 Tracked in 100% recycled R‑PET packaging that protects and hydrates the plants throughout transit.
Ordering two or more packs? Your delivery is automatically upgraded to Royal Mail 24 Tracked at no extra cost.
For large or bespoke orders, tailored pricing is available with shipping via Royal Mail 24 Tracked or Parcelforce24.