Overview
Musa x paradisiaca 'Silk' (AAB Group) (F) is a suckering conservatory greenhouse in the genus Musa, part of the Musaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Musa x paradisiaca 'Silk' (AAB Group) (F) grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1b. Suggested uses include coastal, architectural and wall side borders.
About
Musa x paradisiaca 'Silk' (AAB Group) is a cultivar of the Musa genus, which comprises suckering evergreen perennials known for their large, paddle-like leaves and false stems formed by the bases of their stalks. This cultivar thrives in full sun and prefers a sheltered, south-facing aspect with fertile, well-drained loam soil that is moist but well-drained and neutral in pH. Suitable for conservatories, greenhouses, and bedding, 'Silk' is ideal for coastal, architectural, and wall-side borders. It is hardy to UK zone H1b and is propagated by seed, division, or separating suckers, with interest in spring and summer.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Musa
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H1b
Plant details
Musa x paradisiaca 'Silk' (AAB Group) (F) size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Conservatory Greenhouse, Herbaceous Perennial, Bedding
- Habit
- Suckering
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Coastal, Architectural, Wall side borders
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Musa x paradisiaca 'Silk' (AAB Group) (F)
- Propagation
- Seed, separate suckers, division
- Pest resistance
- Glasshouse red spider mite, mealybugs, aphids
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Musa x paradisiaca 'Silk' (AAB Group) (F)?
Musa x paradisiaca 'Silk' (AAB Group) (F) prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Musa x paradisiaca 'Silk' (AAB Group) (F) need?
Musa x paradisiaca 'Silk' (AAB Group) (F) grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Musa x paradisiaca 'Silk' (AAB Group) (F) hardy in the UK?
Musa x paradisiaca 'Silk' (AAB Group) (F) has an RHS hardiness rating of H1b, meaning it needs subtropical warmth of 10–15°C and must be grown under glass in the UK.
How do I propagate Musa x paradisiaca 'Silk' (AAB Group) (F)?
Seed, separate suckers, division.
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