Description
Michelia figo 'Coco' (Banana Shrub)
Michelia figo 'Coco', commonly known as Banana Shrub, is a compact, evergreen shrub known for its dense, glossy, dark green foliage and fragrant, creamy-yellow flowers with purple edges. Blooming from spring to summer, the flowers emit a distinctive banana-like scent, making it a popular choice for sensory gardens. It thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil. In Australia, it's suitable for temperate and subtropical regions, and can be used as a specimen plant, hedge, or in containers. It's relatively low-maintenance, but benefits from occasional pruning to maintain its shape.