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Have you tried another location in your yard? You may have some drainage issue in the spot that you have it in right now. Or your soil may be unsuitable. (You might want to have it analyzed at a local county Aggie extension office. Though, if your neighbors have nice looking plants, it would suggest that there may be no problem with the soil.) First check for good drainage, then augment your soil with good compost and manure. You might try putting the plants on raised beds. Also, bananas like to have a lot of sun.

Mahoi is a sport of the Cavendish, and generally, their growth habits and environmental requirements are very similar. Mahoi should do well in Tavares, FL.