Purple

Description

This ornamental banana is grown for its large, paddle-like leaves splashed and striped with deep purple-red against green — a fast, bold way to create a tropical, jungle atmosphere indoors or on a warm patio. It grows quickly given warmth and light.

It wants bright light (some direct sun is welcome) and regular water, as its big leaves transpire a lot — keep the soil evenly moist but not waterlogged. Protect it from cold. A showstopper for filling a bright corner. ‹Banana genus; confirm exact variety.›