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Holly Crossley

How to overwinter banana trees – professional tips to keep your tropical plant protected

Banana trees wrapped in straw for winter.

With their large, lush leaves, banana trees bring a tropical vibe to any backyard. But, if you want to enjoy their dramatic display year after year, you’ll need to protect them from cold winters.

Without this crucial step of banana tree care, your precious plants can be damaged by frosts, or, at worst, be killed completely. Even cold hardy bananas need a helping hand to survive inclement weather and bounce back quickly in spring, despite tolerating lower temperatures.

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