Banana Shrub, Michelia Figo (Magnolia Figo), Shrub Seeds (Fragrant) 10 Seeds Banana Shrub is an evergreen woody shrub that is densely branched with multiple stems. It grows in a rounded open form reaching 15 feet in height and almost as wide. It is called Banana Shrub because of the distinctive, sweet banana scent of its flowers. These are formed within interesting fuzzy brown bracts that form a 1 inch, cigar-shaped bud, opening to small fragrant, creamy-yellow flowers from late spring through summer. The blossoms are about 1.5 inches across with each of six waxy petals delicately outlined in dark red. Leaves are narrow, oblong, glossy green and 3 to 5 inches long. QTY: 10 SEEDS Banana Shrub is a beautiful and interesting large plant that is especially useful in shade gardens where it can serve as a background and windshield for smaller woodland plants. The fragrant banana scented flowers are fascinating in form and fragrance. Use near the front of borders, so fragrance can be enjoyed. When grown as an understory plant under the canopy of taller trees the open branching structure provides excellent perches for songbirds. WARNING: Despite the reference to "banana" in the common name, no part of this plant is edible. Only sniff, DO NOT EAT. Other Names: Magnolia figo, Magnolia fuscata, Port Wine Magnolia