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Old 06-05-2019, 08:20 AM   #3 (permalink)
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Default Re: Transplant Shock

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Originally Posted by zfallon84 View Post
Hey all,

I recently moved, and decided to plant some of my larger bananas in the yard. Two dwarf Namwahs, and a Pisang Ceylon. The Namwahs were idle for about a week and a half. They have since formed new leaves. My P.C. has been in the ground for 3 weeks, and was planted with a "just visible" cigar. It since then has grown about 6 inches, and has stopped. No sign of bug damage to the stem. It's been 95F-105F on average in my area, and I've watered/misted every day.

What are your experiences with transplant shock times?

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When I start mine in the spring after being bare root for 6 months, I cut them back a little and watch for growth. If they stall I cut back some more and watch, repeat as needed. I wonder if you high temps may have something to do with the slow start.
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