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Michelia figo

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Banana Shrub

 
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Steve Mullany/Chandler

 

Description

Michelia figo is an evergreen shrub or tree. It has slow, dense growth to 6'-8' tall, possibly to 15'. It has glossy 3" long, medium green leaves. Heavier bloom appears in spring, but scattered flowers often appear throughout summer.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Shrub

 

Height Range

1-2, 2-4

 

Flower Color

Red, Yellow, White, Multicolored, Anycolor

 

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

 

Leaf Color

Darkgreen

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

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