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Sept 2023
Banana plant flowers at RHS Harlow Carr for first time
A banana plant has flowered at RHS Garden Harlow Carr in Harrogate for the first time.
Known as a Musa basjoo, the flower was planted at the gardens in 2019.
It started to flower this summer and stands at 15 feet with green, paddle-like leaves that can each grow up to three metres long.
Its creamy yellow flowers are often followed by yellowish-green fruit.
Russ Watkins, floral team leader at RHS Garden Harlow Carr said:
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The flower is expected to open out more over the coming weeks.
The plant will then be carefully wrapped again in November, to ensure it stays cosy and protected throughout the winter.
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