SERENDIPITY BANANA SHRUB

3 gallon

$80.59

MAGNOLIA FIGO 'SERENDIPITY'

$80.59

Serendipity Banana Shrub is a compact evergreen with glossy foliage and sweetly fragrant creamy-yellow flowers that smell like banana candy. Blooming spring to fall, it’s perfect for borders, foundations, or containers, adding delightful scent and year-round beauty to warm-climate gardens.

Quick Facts

Mature Height	10-12 feet
Mature Spread	8-10 feet
Grow Zone	USDA Zones 7-10
Bloom Time	April-May

Plant Care

Will this plant thrive in your climate?

Make sure you live within USDA Zones 7-10 by checking our Grow Zone Guide.

Plant in full sun to partial shade. While it tolerates a variety of soils, it performs best in moist, well-drained, acidic soil rich in organic matter. Avoid planting in areas where water stands after a heavy rain.

'Serendipity' is naturally compact and requires very little pruning. If needed, prune immediately after the spring bloom to maintain its shape or to encourage even denser growth. Avoid pruning in late summer to protect future buds.

Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer or an acid-loving plant food in early spring. A light second application in mid-summer can support its lush, glossy evergreen foliage, but do not fertilize after August.

Though hardy to Zone 7, it appreciates protection from harsh, drying winter winds. Apply a 2–3 inch layer of mulch (pine bark or needles) to keep the roots insulated and maintain soil moisture through the winter months.

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