The time is right for planting my banana tree - the frosts have gone, the ground is prepared and the organic mulch in place but, I am now having doubts about my choice of plant. Originally, I had decided on the tried and tested Musa Basjoo which seems to be the easiest one for a [...]

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The recent heatwave inspired me to make a major decision - I am going to plant a banana tree in my garden.

It may not end up looking as impressive as these growing in Southern India but is perfectly possible to grow very large banana trees in UK domestic gardens - providing you choose a [...]

Tags: bananas, musa bajoo