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Originally Posted by Snarkie
Hi there-
I just ordered two specimens of Musa basjoo, and I have a couple of quick questions.
It's still winter here. When should I put them in the ground? Should they be potted in the meantime? If I find a donor of a clump that's died back for the winter, how can I get some and can they go directly into the ground?
Any and all info appreciated.
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Donor clumps can go from their yard to you yard no problem this time of year.
All plants while they are dormant can be the best time to transplant them....there is generally NO shock.
I transplant /divide many ferns and hosta in the cool winter months.
But... get as many VIABLE roots as you can and the biggest root ball possible for a better result.
Hold your new plants inside for the winter and grow them out as much as you can.
Plant them out in the spring after last frost date....
Then try this.....
Hibernating a basjoo,
And read all the posts for next years endeavors.
Great choice on the basjoo.....great foliage and a long lived performer..