Re: Donetta
That is 10 to 15 months in the tropics for a bloom. Plus at least 40 more days bloom to harvest in the best case (upwards 6 months). The plants need to produce around 35 leaves before they bloom. This may take several years. The timing needs to be perfect for us northern people to get a bloom in early summer so the plant has enough healthy leaves to have a chance at mature fruit.
Don't be discouraged by that. There are ways to improve growing conditions like using a greenhouse, proper fertilizer, soil warming. Bananas pup also so I wouldn't put all hope in just one or two plants.
Enjoy and hope for the best!
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