London has enjoyed humid temperatures into the high 20c for the past few days and I have noticed how many nurseries seem to be selling banana plants as a late Autumn addition to the garden. These are great for creating architectural shapes at a time when most herbaceous borders are struggling at the end of the season . However, many are not hardy so do make sure you protect them as we may be in for another cold winter.
Banana plants may become a popular site in UK gardens of the future. .http://www.telegraph.co.uk/gardening/7505950/Bananas-grow-in-National-Trust-garden-of-the-future.html
If this inspires you to grow bananas in your own garden check out this link for ideas and advice http://www.myclimatechangegarden.com/blog/grow-bananas-in-the-u
If you are looking for bananas at a reasonable cost and live in or near London it is worth visiting the Crews Hill Garden Club which at the moment has impressive specimens starting from just £5.http://www.crewshillgc.co.uk/
A word of warning though! Not sure about the Gardening Club’s carbon foot print – their web-site highlights the important issue of making sure we always source plants that do not contribute to raising our carbon emmissions by being flown from countries all over the world.
“Our team of experienced plant buyers have again travelled the world this year to bring you a truly impressive range of plants for sale at very affordable prices, along with a comprehensive selection of gardening products including composts, chemicals, decorative items and gardening accessories”
Sun, Sep 4, 2011
Climate Change, UK Climate Change, Growing Bananas in UK