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Old 05-06-2015, 10:58 AM   #6 (permalink)
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Default Re: Newbie, seeks info/plants of dwarf/edible varieties

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Originally Posted by RRedBBeard View Post
Thanks guys!
So, how small is 'small'? If I use a heat mat and 2 or 3 of the screw-in LED's w/reflectors, would that get a banana through the winter in my kitchen?
--Rr
Some characteristics of Super-dwarf Cavendish grown to produce fruit:
15 gallon pot
4+ ft high at maturity
30+ inch leaves
Very small fruit size
For indoor lighting, I'd recommend an 8-bulb x 4 ft. SunBlaze VHO fixture.
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