Re: New Banana grower and questions
1. April-October water frequently and soil should always be at least moist to 12-16" depth. In the winter just enough water to keep soil damp.
2. Depending on soil type a soaker hose may not work. You want thorough watering in the root zone in about a 6' diameter circle. Consider a berm and flood irrigation. Sandy, or fast draining soils will not spread the water out.
3. Bananas are slow to show signs of stress. That is why consistent care is a necessity. Under watering will lead to slower growth and eventually to wilting. Over watering will lead to root rot which will display as sudden, fast yellowing of leaves.
5. haven't grown Basjoo. In general, bananas grow quickly in warm weather and slowly in cool weather.
6. Could be a watering issue.
7. I don't use anything on my bananas, They have few if any pest issues. Most things can be hosed off.
See webebananas.com, then go to Growing Tips.
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