Sweetheart Banana Plant Rare 'Musa FHIA-3'

What You Will Receive – One (1) live Sweetheart Banana (Musa FHIA-3) plant, 5–9 inches tall, shipped bare root in eco-friendly packaging. Each plant is carefully inspected before shipping to ensure strong roots and healthy growth.

Deliciously Sweet Fruit Variety – Produces medium-sized bananas with a rich, sweet flavor and creamy texture—perfect for smoothies, desserts, and fresh snacking straight from your garden.

Tropical Beauty & Edible Value – Adds lush, exotic foliage and vibrant presence to patios, greenhouses, and tropical landscapes while rewarding you with home-grown bananas.

Versatile Indoor-Outdoor Growth – Thrives outdoors in warm zones or indoors in containers where space or weather is limited. Great for patios, sunrooms, and edible landscape gardens.

Easy Care & Highly Resistant – Bred for disease resistance (including Panama disease) and exceptional vigor. Fast-growing, low-maintenance, and ideal for beginners.

Healthy Arrival Guarantee – Packaged securely and shipped bare root to prevent transplant shock. Mature plant images shown for inspiration; young starter will establish quickly.

Care Instructions – Plant in full sun, keep soil moist but not soggy, and fertilize monthly during growing season for strong, healthy growth.

Turn your backyard or patio into a tropical paradise with the Sweetheart Banana Plant (Musa FHIA-3)—a rare, fast-growing banana variety prized for its exceptional sweetness, creamy texture, and disease resistance. Known as one of the best dessert bananas ever developed, this variety lets you enjoy the flavor of tropical fruit without leaving home.

The Sweetheart Banana features broad, glossy green leaves that add instant tropical charm to any space. When mature, it produces generous bunches of medium-sized bananas with a smooth golden peel and a delightfully rich, sweet taste. Whether you grow it in your garden, greenhouse, or container, it delivers both stunning ornamental appeal and delicious, rewarding harvests.

Reaching 8–10 ft tall in the ground or about 5–6 ft in containers, Musa FHIA-3 is perfect for growers in USDA Zones 9–11. It loves full sun, regular watering, and well-drained, fertile soil. For cooler climates, it can be grown in a large pot and moved indoors during winter. Its vigorous growth and strong root system make it an excellent choice for home gardeners seeking reliability and performance.

Caring for your Sweetheart Banana is easy—even if you’re new to tropical plants. Simply plant it in a sunny location, water consistently (keeping the soil moist but never soggy), and feed it monthly with a balanced fertilizer. The plant rewards you with rapid growth and large, decorative leaves that create lush, resort-style vibes in your space.

Your order includes one live Sweetheart Banana starter plant (5–9 inches tall), shipped bare root in recyclable packaging to protect its health during transit. Photos show mature plants for reference—your young starter will establish quickly and grow into a thriving tropical showpiece.

Care Instructions

Plant in full sun with rich, well-draining soil. Water regularly to keep soil evenly moist but not soggy. Feed monthly during warm months with balanced fertilizer. Protect from frost or move indoors in cooler climates. Remove spent leaves to encourage strong new growth. With sunlight, warmth, and consistent moisture, your Sweetheart Banana (Musa FHIA-3) will thrive and reward you with lush foliage and delicious homegrown fruit.