Ensete maurelii
Red Abyssinian Banana
#3–#15 Container (Tropical Annual in Cold Zones)
A bold, tropical statement plant with massive red-tinted leaves—perfect for containers or exotic garden accents.
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Huge, paddle-shaped leaves in shades of deep green with burgundy-red tones
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Adds dramatic vertical height and lush texture to any landscape
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Grows 6–10 ft tall and 4–6 ft wide in one season in warm climates
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Thrives in full sun to part shade and rich, moist, well-drained soil
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Heat loving and fast-growing; not frost tolerant
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Hardy in zones 9–11; treat as annual or overwinter indoors in colder zones
Perfect for tropical-themed gardens, patio containers, or poolside plantings—lush, architectural, and eye-catching.