Musa Acuminata 'Williams' (Cavendish Banana)
Musa Acuminata 'Williams' (Cavendish Banana)
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Musa Acuminata 'Williams' (Cavendish Banana) is a fast-growing, evergreen fruiting plant renowned for its sweet, seedless bananas. This compact banana variety is ideal for backyard gardens, producing large, creamy-yellow fruit on sturdy stems surrounded by lush, broad green leaves. It typically fruits within 12–18 months under optimal conditions, adding a tropical feel to your garden while providing a plentiful harvest.
Thriving in warm, frost-free climates, Williams Cavendish Banana prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Its ability to adapt to pots or small garden spaces makes it a versatile and productive choice for home gardeners seeking a reliable fruiting plant.
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Mature height
2–3 meters
Mature width
2–2.5 meters
Spacing
2.5–3 meters
Evergreen/Deciduous
Evergreen
Foliage
Broad green foliage with creamy-yellow bananas and small white flowers
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Flowers and fruits year-round in tropical conditions; typically fruits 12–18 months after planting
Sun tolerance
Full sun
Maintenance
Moderate maintenance; keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Fertilise regularly with potassium-rich fertiliser. Remove spent stems after fruiting to encourage new growth.
Root System
Fibrous, shallow and densely spreading root system