Ohio Grown Winter Hardy Basjoo Banana Plant - Musa - 4" Pot To insure that your Hardy Banana was grown in Ohio, check the return address on the parcel. This specimen will survive temperatures as low as -20 if mulched. Northern grown for improved hardiness.. The leaves are used for grilling fish and tamales. Beautiful deep green clump can grow up to 18' tall or more. Amazingly fast growing. The Hardy, Ohio Grown starter plant you will receive is growing in a 4" pot.