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I'm in Virginia Beach, where it gets fairly cold in the winter. I've been told I should dig up my banana tree, wrap it, and throw it in the attic till spring. It's pretty big, about 6 feet tall, and I was wondering if there is any way to keep it in my flower bed. Maybe a deep bed of mulch? Any expertise would be appreciated.
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Most banana trees are hardy in zones 8-10 and would not survive the winter even with a mulch. They should be lifted in the fall, potted, and brought in the house. Indoors they should be grown in soil-based potting mix in full light with shade from hot sun. From spring to summer, water freely and apply a balanced liquid fertilizer monthly. Keep the soil just moist in winter.
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