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Dreaminofthetropics
08-06-2011, 06:20 PM
Is this a flag leaf? If so its the first one I've ever had on any of my bananas :woohoonaner: I'm really excited just saw it today!!!


http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=44911&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=44911)

sunfish
08-06-2011, 07:00 PM
Yes it is

scottu
08-07-2011, 06:02 PM
Good job Kat! What type is that?

Dreaminofthetropics
08-07-2011, 08:21 PM
Good job Kat! What type is that?

It is a bronze ornata. I also have lavender most of which are bigger than the bronze and no blooming yet, hopefully soon!

stumpy4700
08-08-2011, 04:54 AM
It sure is, congrats and show us lots of pictures as it blooms.

oakshadows
08-08-2011, 08:24 AM
When they are ready can I come over and feast on one?

Bananaman88
08-08-2011, 10:34 AM
Yep, flag leaf with the bud. Congrats!

saltydad
08-08-2011, 01:43 PM
:woohoonaner::woohoonaner::nanadrink:

Dreaminofthetropics
08-12-2011, 08:51 PM
We are progressing slowly but surely LOL

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=45044&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=45044)

Bananaman88
08-14-2011, 12:18 PM
Just an FYI, the correct ID on your plant is Musa laterita. They are often listed as M. ornata in the trade, however.

Patty in Wisc
08-14-2011, 09:18 PM
:woohoonaner::woohoonaner::nanadrink:
CONGRATS Kat. Keep us posted :)

Dreaminofthetropics
08-15-2011, 08:23 PM
Updated photos!!!

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=45126&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=45126)

and one more from a different angle

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=45125&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=45125)

Patty in Wisc
08-15-2011, 08:43 PM
Cool...so happy for you.

Dreaminofthetropics
08-15-2011, 09:03 PM
Its amazing its so small. The main pseudostem I got from Chris in May didn't make it and this one popped up so it was just a baby not even 2 months ago. It's only about 4ft tall total! I can't wait till I have a bunch blooming. There are 2 pups coming up from this one plus I have 3 others planted around the yard that I got from him my 2nd trip! Can't wait!

oakshadows
08-16-2011, 07:00 AM
What is that super fuel you are using? That plant is exceeding the speed limit. Save me a pup if you can. I might even have to come up and check out your plants soon. Don't forget to let me know when your supply is replenished.
Thanks

Bananaman88
08-16-2011, 09:16 AM
Is it just the lighting or what? The bracts seem extra dark in these latest shots. Beautiful color!

Dreaminofthetropics
08-16-2011, 10:10 AM
Is it just the lighting or what? The bracts seem extra dark in these latest shots. Beautiful color!

I took these at 8 at night so that might be why. I will take a picture today with day lighting
and post. I work until 7 so I have to run around the yard to see everything before its completely dark lol. I will be sad when I lose daylight hours!

As far as fertilizer I am using banana fuel from plantsthatproduce.com its really awesome! I'm out and have to order more next payday lol.