Musa FHIA-2 'Mona Lisa'

Growing Information

Temp: For best growth above 65°F is recommended. Wind tolerant

Light: Full sun to no less than 30% shade. Foliage growers should use 30%-60% shade.

Soil: Good water holding capacity is needed

Mature Height: 10-12'

Type: Dessert

Hardiness: Zone 9-10

Major Pests: Borers, grasshoppers, and root nematodes

Diseases: Panama disease and Black Sigatoka (a leaf spot disease)

Origin: La Lima, Honduras

It is a synthetic hybrid and has been marketed as a “pesticide-free” banana in Canada. The fruit is to be eaten fresh; it is ripe when it is greenish yellow in color.

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