Valor_X

I was able to snag a Variegated Florida pup a little over a month ago. Because of shipping I received the rhizome with a cut stem.

I was getting a little worried as the weeks passed as it looked completely dead but the seller was really helpful and answered my questions and concerns. He had me check for root growth and sure enough there was quite a bit so it put me at ease.

After nearly a month, the banana said "It's Time..." and completely EXPLODED in growth. It burst out of the old dead stem and grew 4 inches in 2 days.

I really want to ensure I follow the right steps to make it grow and mature.

Should I continue to keep the plant shaded and only give it partial sun? and for how long?
And how big should I let it grow in the pot until it is safe to transplant in the ground in full sun?

It's been very hot here in Texas lately, in the 90s and my other banana plants leaves droop easily with the heat so I know I have to be careful especially since it's a variegated variety.

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Varieties I'm Growing

From Corm/Pup
Dwarf Cavendish ○ Super Dwarf Cavendish ○ Grand Nain ○ Niño ○ Manzano ○ Raja Puri ○ Tall Namwah ○ Blue Java ○ 1000 Fingers ○ Praying Hands ○ Orinoco ○ Variegated Florida ○ PR Red ○ California Gold ○ FHIA-03 Sweetheart

Plantains
Puerto Rican Dwarf Plantain ○ African Rhino Horn

From TC
Truly Tiny ○ Manzano ○ "Blue Java" ○ Dwarf Namwah ○ Thai Black ○ Veinte Cohol

cincinnana

Looking mighty fine.

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Valor_X

Only 4 days later... What a beautiful plant

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Varieties I'm Growing

From Corm/Pup
Dwarf Cavendish ○ Super Dwarf Cavendish ○ Grand Nain ○ Niño ○ Manzano ○ Raja Puri ○ Tall Namwah ○ Blue Java ○ 1000 Fingers ○ Praying Hands ○ Orinoco ○ Variegated Florida ○ PR Red ○ California Gold ○ FHIA-03 Sweetheart

Plantains
Puerto Rican Dwarf Plantain ○ African Rhino Horn

From TC
Truly Tiny ○ Manzano ○ "Blue Java" ○ Dwarf Namwah ○ Thai Black ○ Veinte Cohol

Backyard Banana Joe

That is an understatement..... That thing is GORGEOUS!!!! congratulations!!!!

Valor_X

For Sure! I definitely feel privileged owning it

Thanks!

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Varieties I'm Growing

From Corm/Pup
Dwarf Cavendish ○ Super Dwarf Cavendish ○ Grand Nain ○ Niño ○ Manzano ○ Raja Puri ○ Tall Namwah ○ Blue Java ○ 1000 Fingers ○ Praying Hands ○ Orinoco ○ Variegated Florida ○ PR Red ○ California Gold ○ FHIA-03 Sweetheart

Plantains
Puerto Rican Dwarf Plantain ○ African Rhino Horn

From TC
Truly Tiny ○ Manzano ○ "Blue Java" ○ Dwarf Namwah ○ Thai Black ○ Veinte Cohol

Sundra

Stunning beauty! Enjoying the pictures; looking forward to seeing it continue to grow for you and even fruit! Best of luck

Valor_X

My V. Florida is still growing like crazy and showing no signs of slowing down

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Varieties I'm Growing

From Corm/Pup
Dwarf Cavendish ○ Super Dwarf Cavendish ○ Grand Nain ○ Niño ○ Manzano ○ Raja Puri ○ Tall Namwah ○ Blue Java ○ 1000 Fingers ○ Praying Hands ○ Orinoco ○ Variegated Florida ○ PR Red ○ California Gold ○ FHIA-03 Sweetheart

Plantains
Puerto Rican Dwarf Plantain ○ African Rhino Horn

From TC
Truly Tiny ○ Manzano ○ "Blue Java" ○ Dwarf Namwah ○ Thai Black ○ Veinte Cohol

smeash

That is a BEAUTIFUL plant! Im putting that on my wish list for sure!! Where did you get it? Best of luck with it.. Does it produce edible fruit?

Best day

Beautiful plant. You are definitely getting great growth. Depending on how much humidity you have in your area you might want to keep it in part sun. Or else the white areas will burn. Good luck.

Bill

Valor_X

Thanks! It does in fact produce edible sweet bananas - and they're also striped like the plant! I can't wait to try them out one day.

I was able to snag it on Ebay, you can find them there but they almost always get listed for auction sale only. So I had to get into several bidding wars until I was able to win this one for a great price - for a variegated banana that is.

Thanks for the advice! And yes it's definitely HOT & Humid here, I'm still only giving early morning sun for now and then it's in the shade.

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Varieties I'm Growing

From Corm/Pup
Dwarf Cavendish ○ Super Dwarf Cavendish ○ Grand Nain ○ Niño ○ Manzano ○ Raja Puri ○ Tall Namwah ○ Blue Java ○ 1000 Fingers ○ Praying Hands ○ Orinoco ○ Variegated Florida ○ PR Red ○ California Gold ○ FHIA-03 Sweetheart

Plantains
Puerto Rican Dwarf Plantain ○ African Rhino Horn

From TC
Truly Tiny ○ Manzano ○ "Blue Java" ○ Dwarf Namwah ○ Thai Black ○ Veinte Cohol

cincinnana

Start making plans to overwinter a large plant..

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gachalife

I am envy! I want to start my own too, can someone give me a resourceful idea on how to do this??

Valor_X

Here she is now! Strong winds this week shredded one of the leaves but still looks beautiful.

I think it's just about ready to go on the ground

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Varieties I'm Growing

From Corm/Pup
Dwarf Cavendish ○ Super Dwarf Cavendish ○ Grand Nain ○ Niño ○ Manzano ○ Raja Puri ○ Tall Namwah ○ Blue Java ○ 1000 Fingers ○ Praying Hands ○ Orinoco ○ Variegated Florida ○ PR Red ○ California Gold ○ FHIA-03 Sweetheart

Plantains
Puerto Rican Dwarf Plantain ○ African Rhino Horn

From TC
Truly Tiny ○ Manzano ○ "Blue Java" ○ Dwarf Namwah ○ Thai Black ○ Veinte Cohol

Best day

That is an incredible amount of growth for the short time you have had the plant. Beautiful!

Bill

Valor_X

Agreed, it's amazing how fast they can grow especially when taken care of! That's my favorite part of growing bananas
Thanks!

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Varieties I'm Growing

From Corm/Pup
Dwarf Cavendish ○ Super Dwarf Cavendish ○ Grand Nain ○ Niño ○ Manzano ○ Raja Puri ○ Tall Namwah ○ Blue Java ○ 1000 Fingers ○ Praying Hands ○ Orinoco ○ Variegated Florida ○ PR Red ○ California Gold ○ FHIA-03 Sweetheart

Plantains
Puerto Rican Dwarf Plantain ○ African Rhino Horn

From TC
Truly Tiny ○ Manzano ○ "Blue Java" ○ Dwarf Namwah ○ Thai Black ○ Veinte Cohol

smeash

Stunning plant! Where did you get it? I know you bought from Ebay, but did it come from the states or overseas? I just ordered one from ETSY and it comes from Indonesia.. Im hoping it turns out half as beautiful as yours!

Valor_X

The Ebay seller was from Puerto Rico and shipping only took 6 days. As long as they send you a good healthy rhizome you should be able to grow a beautiful plant as well! Good Luck!

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Varieties I'm Growing

From Corm/Pup
Dwarf Cavendish ○ Super Dwarf Cavendish ○ Grand Nain ○ Niño ○ Manzano ○ Raja Puri ○ Tall Namwah ○ Blue Java ○ 1000 Fingers ○ Praying Hands ○ Orinoco ○ Variegated Florida ○ PR Red ○ California Gold ○ FHIA-03 Sweetheart

Plantains
Puerto Rican Dwarf Plantain ○ African Rhino Horn

From TC
Truly Tiny ○ Manzano ○ "Blue Java" ○ Dwarf Namwah ○ Thai Black ○ Veinte Cohol

Valor_X

My Florida is on the ground now accompanied by my other Nanners

The newest leaf has a lot of white on it! Love it!

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Varieties I'm Growing

From Corm/Pup
Dwarf Cavendish ○ Super Dwarf Cavendish ○ Grand Nain ○ Niño ○ Manzano ○ Raja Puri ○ Tall Namwah ○ Blue Java ○ 1000 Fingers ○ Praying Hands ○ Orinoco ○ Variegated Florida ○ PR Red ○ California Gold ○ FHIA-03 Sweetheart

Plantains
Puerto Rican Dwarf Plantain ○ African Rhino Horn

From TC
Truly Tiny ○ Manzano ○ "Blue Java" ○ Dwarf Namwah ○ Thai Black ○ Veinte Cohol

all43

They are beautiful! I'd love one of those added to my collection.

sirdoofus

Wow, that beauty almost doesn't even look real. Great find.

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