Ensete ventricosum 'Maurelii'
Bring a spectacular tropical flair to your garden with Ensete ventricosum 'Maurelii', also known as the “Red Abyssinian Banana.” Its massive green leaves flushed and veined with deep red to burgundy make a bold architectural statement. Perfect for containers on the patio or as a summer feature in the landscape, it commands attention with its impressive stature and vibrant colors.
- Spectacular tropical plant
- Huge foliage with red highlights
- Guaranteed architectural effect
- Fast summer growth
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Maintenance guide
Easy to grow, but it thrives with regular care! Here’s how to give it the best conditions:
Ensete 'Maurelii' loves warmth and sunlight. Place it in a bright spot, ideally full sun, to enhance its red hues and vigorous growth.
Keep the soil consistently moist and rich. Water generously during the warm season, but avoid standing water.
Fertilize every two weeks with a nitrogen-rich fertilizer to stimulate the rapid development of its massive leaves.
In autumn, protect or bring the plant indoors before the first frost, as it is not winter hardy.