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Zone 8a edible bananas possible?
Has anyone in zone 8a been able to fruit edible bananas without building a greenhouse around the plants?
We have been growing basjoo (which fruits way too much every year), Picasso, and Sikkimensis 'Red Tiger' for a few years now. They all winter well because we bubble wrap the pstems. They are planted in the sunniest area of the yard that gets southwest exposure. I want to venture into growing edibles. Looking for advices from people who has had success under similar growing conditions. Thanks in advance! -Jo |
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Re: Zone 8a edible bananas possible?
Yes .... What part of 8a are you located?
You need cold hardy nana plants: Orinoco, Namwah, Brazilian, Blue java (the real one), FHIA 1, FHIA 18, Cavendish, and Vente Cole. ... And the dwarfs of these varieties would be the better choice as they tend to fruit quicker as they do not have the added height to grow as the standard plants. ... Plus let these form large grow mats in the ground.
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Re: Zone 8a edible bananas possible?
I'm in Seattle Puget Sound area...
Thanks for the advice! Will give it a try! |
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