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Old 03-15-2008, 10:37 PM   #11 (permalink)
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Default Re: problem with banana leaves

Hi Muffen - it is not pesticide like the stuff that destroyed mine you will be pleased to hear. They are definitely struggling so I would surround them with a mound of the richest well-composted stuff (technical term) that you can find, and them not water them much unless they are very dry, until they start to come back. Cut back the sad plants a little to make them look better and to allow the new leaves to emerge more easily if you like. I don't know which area you are in or what the weather is like - this will make a big difference. If they have been in the ground for a while (about a year) hopefully they will have a good root system/mat going and will produce pups when they are happier and the weather warms up. Too much water if they are cold will not help them. Hope this helps.

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