Banana Trees in Dallas

Banana trees do well in Dallas.  They should be cut down each winter but happily return in the spring.
Banana Tree, Holly Fern, Mahonia

Banana Tree, Holly Fern, Mahonia in early spring

This magnificent orange combination of banana trees, globe amaranthus and coleus can be found at the Dallas Arboretum.
Banana Tree

Banana Tree with Variegated Tapioca which is a Texas SuperStar

To the left of the Banana Tree is variegated tapioca, a Texas Superstar!  (More on variegated tapioca here.)
Banana Tree with Variegated Tapioca which is a Texas SuperStar

Banana Tree with Variegated Tapioca which is a Texas SuperStar

 This planting at the Dallas Arboretum has an Asian feel.
Fall Banana Tree Lee Ann Torrans Dallas Texas
Tapioca, a Texas Superstar with Lantana
Variegate Tapioca in container gardening