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Old 12-05-2008, 10:24 AM   #17 (permalink)
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Default Re: Blue Java: Predicted cold weather tonight, should I cut fruit?

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Originally Posted by Nana Nut View Post

I guess the question for north Floridians would be: what can one do to shorten the length of growing period so that the bananas fruit EARLIER in this region? More fertilizer sooner, more water, plant a certain variety...anyone have ideas?
Some varieties do have a shorter season, but other than providing ideal growing conditions when you have the good temps I don't think there is much you can do. If I were you I'd replant with only dwarf varieties so they could either be protected in a green house or be a little easier to bag and light.
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