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Mo
08-29-2016, 06:37 PM
I am a newbie to growing banana trees, literally got my first 4 today. Musa Basjoos. They are about 6-8" tall not counting the leaves. I am expecting a Grand Nain tree tomorrow.
I live on the gulf coast of Texas, in Corpus Christi. My soil is very sandy and add to that the extreme heat and drought conditions. I am probably crazy to try to grow banana trees!
I have a pool with several Queen Palms around it and thought it would really add to the tropical atmosphere to have some bananas as well. Plus I have to feed my banana bread habit;)
I have plenty of questions and you will be hearing a lot from me soon. Wish me luck!

Paulzie32
08-29-2016, 07:51 PM
Welcome and good luck Mo

sputinc7
08-29-2016, 08:35 PM
Enjoy it here and learn all you can. Mulch a lot and water every other day at least. Also, I think Basjoos are not edible, but I could be mistaken... I do not grow them. Look for Brazilian, Orinoco and Namwah... All strong growers and cold hardy.

Mo
08-29-2016, 09:46 PM
You're right about the Basjoo. They are ornamentals.
Thanks for the welcome message!

cincinnana
08-30-2016, 07:08 AM
Welcome to the Jungle...:woohoonaner:

Snarkie
08-30-2016, 01:33 PM
Hi Mo-

Welcome aboard the Banana Express. :nanerwaveytrain:

scottu
08-30-2016, 07:53 PM
Basjoos are not edible but, the flowers sure are pretty!!

HMelendez
10-14-2016, 09:58 AM
Welcome to the banana gang!.....:bananarow:

SocalYellowBanana
10-14-2016, 11:27 PM
Welcome and have fun with your banana plants!:nanadrink:

Dallasbananaplant
10-21-2016, 01:54 PM
Welcome to the group!