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federicobartoli · 03-03-2024, 01:35 PM

Hello everyone,

I've been using a grow light (https://www.amazon.it/gp/product/B09...?ie=UTF8&psc=1) for my Cavendish bananas (photos included, with a Musa Basjoo among them) and I'm seeking your expert advice on its effectiveness. Specifically, I'm wondering if this grow light is suitable for Cavendish bananas and, importantly, what the ideal height should be for optimal growth. Currently, the light is positioned 70cm above the plants, and I'm contemplating lowering it to accelerate their growth. Additionally, these plants are located in front of a southwest-facing window in Italy, and I keep the grow light on for 16 hours a day.

Another point of concern is the smallest Cavendish, which currently has 11 leaves. I've noticed the lower leaves tend to wilt significantly.

Based on this setup, do you think the grow light's current height and duration are appropriate? Would lowering the light or adjusting its duration benefit the plants, especially considering the wilting of the lower leaves on the smallest plant?

Thank you in advance for your insights and recommendations.

I also have another question, I have yellow spots on my Musa sikkimensis 'Red Tiger', do you know why?

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federicobartoli Find me on the map! Join Date: Jan 2024 Posts: 6 BananaBucks : 1,685 Feedback: 0 / 0% Said "Thanks" 6 Times Was Thanked 5 Times in 2 Posts Said "Welcome to Bananas" 0 Times	Optimizing Grow Light Height and Duration for Cavendish Bananas: Advice Needed Hello everyone, I've been using a grow light (https://www.amazon.it/gp/product/B09...?ie=UTF8&psc=1) for my Cavendish bananas (photos included, with a Musa Basjoo among them) and I'm seeking your expert advice on its effectiveness. Specifically, I'm wondering if this grow light is suitable for Cavendish bananas and, importantly, what the ideal height should be for optimal growth. Currently, the light is positioned 70cm above the plants, and I'm contemplating lowering it to accelerate their growth. Additionally, these plants are located in front of a southwest-facing window in Italy, and I keep the grow light on for 16 hours a day. Another point of concern is the smallest Cavendish, which currently has 11 leaves. I've noticed the lower leaves tend to wilt significantly. Based on this setup, do you think the grow light's current height and duration are appropriate? Would lowering the light or adjusting its duration benefit the plants, especially considering the wilting of the lower leaves on the smallest plant? Thank you in advance for your insights and recommendations. I also have another question, I have yellow spots on my Musa sikkimensis 'Red Tiger', do you know why? Last edited by federicobartoli : 03-03-2024 at 02:26 PM.