Care and maintenance of the Musa (Banana plant)

The Musa , better known as the Banana plant , is a spectacular addition to your interior. With its large, green leaves, this plant immediately brings a tropical atmosphere into your home. Although it is relatively easy to care for, there are a few important things to keep in mind to keep your Banana plant healthy and happy.

Light: bright and direct or indirect

The Musa is a sun worshipper and likes a place with lots of light. It thrives best in bright, indirect light, but can also handle direct sunlight. For example, place it near a window facing south or east. If the plant gets too little light, the leaves can turn yellow or stop growing.

Watering: consistent and thorough

The Banana plant likes a constant supply of water. Keep the soil slightly moist, but avoid allowing the roots to stand in water, as this can cause root rot. Water the plant more often in the summer and less in the winter, when growth slows. Check regularly to see if the top layer of the soil feels dry.

Nutrition: A Hungry Grower

Because the Musa grows quickly, it needs regular feeding. In spring and summer, use a liquid fertilizer rich in nitrogen, about once every two weeks. In autumn and winter, you can reduce this to once a month or stop altogether.

Humidity and temperature

The banana plant is native to tropical areas, so it likes high humidity and warm temperatures. Spray the leaves regularly with water or place a humidifier nearby to prevent dry air. The ideal temperature is between 18 and 30 degrees Celsius.

With proper care, your Banana plant can grow quickly and add an impressive tropical element to your home.