Welcome to the org !
Don't ever give up on your plants. I've had some remain dormant for most of the growing season and start up long after I gave up on em . Some of my plants are just now pushing leaves this year too. I think it's because of the cool season we've had thus far . Even Mushy,refried,bug infestested,"OMG this thing has had it" plants have suprised me with new growth or pups.
You'll see ,one day you may change your log-in to "Errrbody can grow bananas!"
BTW....what zone are you in ?