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Hardy Banana vs Canada Red Rhubarb

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Canada Red Rhubarb
Hardy Banana

The Canada Red Rhubarb is a perennial vegetable grown primarily for its sweet-tart edible leaf stalks that are commonly used in jams, sauces and pies. This plant develops from a short crown, growing thick stems with large heart-shaped leaves that retain their green color throughout the season. In summer, white flowers appear above the green foliage.

The Canada Red Rhubarb typically grows shorter, more slender stalks that feature a striking red color with a sweeter flavor than other cultivars. For a more reliable crop, it is recommended not to harvest the Canada Red Rhubarb in its first year of growth to allow its root system to establish.

The Hardy Banana is a fast-growing evergreen perennial that dies down to the ground each year. A stunning tropical-looking accent for your yard and patio, the Japanese Fiber Banana can be overwintered outdoors in several northern U.S. states and southern Canadian regions. In northern regions, you can bring this plant inside and leave it in your garage. If you enjoy Mexican cuisine, you can use the leaves to make tamales.

Canada Red Rhubarb Quick Facts

Hardy Banana Quick Facts

Zone: 3a
Zone: 5a
Height: 0.9 m (3 ft)
Height: 3 m (10 ft)
Spread: 0.9 m (3 ft)
Spread: 2.4 m (8 ft)
Light: partial shade, full sun
Light: full sun
Moisture: normal
Moisture: normal, wet
Growth rate: fast
Growth rate: very fast
Life span: short
Life span: short
Suckering: low
Suckering: high
Maintenance: medium
Maintenance: medium

Toxicity: leaves are highly toxic (oxalic acid)

Flowers: white
Flowers: large cream to yellow
Fruit: edible leaf stalks
Fruit: Large inedible
Flavor: sweet, tart
Harvest: August/September
Hybrid: yes
Hybrid: no
Catkins: no
Catkins: no


Other Names: japanese banana, japanese fibre banana