When it comes to bananas that can withstand the cold, the Basjoo reigns supreme. You can grow this variety in all 50 states. -3° F? No problem. -20° F? With protective mulch, you're still in luck. You can also grow this variety indoors. The Basjoo is a spectacular ornamental plant, but it also produces fruit. Just be ready to pick out the seeds.• Average mature height: 12-14 feet• Fertilizer: N/P/K (Nitrogen/Phosphorus/Potassium) in a 3/1/6 ratio.• Light: Mostly sunny• Soil: Soils that hold water. (Ditches and low-lying spots are ideal.) Water frequently if planted in sandy soil.• Zones: 3-11

Plant Size
A baby plant, that is 3-8 inches tall, will arrive at your home in a 3-inch-deep pot. Then, raise your new baby to maturity under your caring, green thumb.