Overview Brand : The Southern Edible Nursery Material Feature : Young Plants have Beautiful Purple Leaf Splotches Color : Dark Green Special Feature : Compact Size Expected Blooming Period : Warm Season Item Weight : 0.8 Pounds Sunlight Exposure : Partial Sun Unit Count : 4.0 Count Expected Planting Period : Spring To Fall Product Care Instructions : Plant In Well-draining Soil, Water Regularly But Avoid Overwatering, Provide Full Sun Exposure, Protect From Extreme Cold Plant In Well-draining Soil, Water Regularly But Avoid Overwatering, Provide Full Sun Exposure, Protect From Extreme Cold About this item COMPACT SIZE: Dwarf variety grows to maximum 7 feet tall, making it perfect for both indoor and outdoor cultivation while still producing delicious fruit GROWING TIME: Takes 10-18 months to bear fruit when provided proper care and optimal growing conditions PROPAGATION: Produces offspring 'pups' that can be separated and replanted to multiply your banana plant collection COLD SENSITIVITY: Requires protection from freezing temperatures - can be grown in containers and moved indoors during winter months MAINTENANCE: Regular removal of pup shoots helps direct energy to the main plant for optimal fruit production