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Valor_X
05-23-2020, 10:05 AM
I was able to snag a Variegated Florida pup a little over a month ago. Because of shipping I received the rhizome with a cut stem.
I was getting a little worried as the weeks passed as it looked completely dead but the seller was really helpful and answered my questions and concerns. He had me check for root growth and sure enough there was quite a bit so it put me at ease.
After nearly a month, the banana said "It's Time..." and completely EXPLODED in growth. It burst out of the old dead stem and grew 4 inches in 2 days.
I really want to ensure I follow the right steps to make it grow and mature.
Should I continue to keep the plant shaded and only give it partial sun? and for how long?
And how big should I let it grow in the pot until it is safe to transplant in the ground in full sun?
It's been very hot here in Texas lately, in the 90s and my other banana plants leaves droop easily with the heat so I know I have to be careful especially since it's a variegated variety.
http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=66010 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=66010)
cincinnana
05-26-2020, 05:46 AM
I was able to snag a Variegated Florida pup a little over a month ago. Because of shipping I received the rhizome with a cut stem.
I was getting a little worried as the weeks passed as it looked completely dead but the seller was really helpful and answered my questions and concerns. He had me check for root growth and sure enough there was quite a bit so it put me at ease.
After nearly a month, the banana said "It's Time..." and completely EXPLODED in growth. It burst out of the old dead stem and grew 4 inches in 2 days.
I really want to ensure I follow the right steps to make it grow and mature.
Should I continue to keep the plant shaded and only give it partial sun? and for how long?
And how big should I let it grow in the pot until it is safe to transplant in the ground in full sun?
It's been very hot here in Texas lately, in the 90s and my other banana plants leaves droop easily with the heat so I know I have to be careful especially since it's a variegated variety.
http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=66010 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=66010)
Looking mighty fine.
Valor_X
05-27-2020, 09:46 AM
Only 4 days later... What a beautiful plant
http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=66025 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=66025)
http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=66027 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=66027)
Backyard Banana Joe
05-27-2020, 10:00 AM
That is an understatement..... That thing is GORGEOUS!!!! :goteam::birthdaynana: congratulations!!!!
Valor_X
05-27-2020, 11:32 AM
That is an understatement..... That thing is GORGEOUS!!!! :goteam::birthdaynana: congratulations!!!!
For Sure! I definitely feel privileged owning it
Thanks! :08:
Sundra
05-28-2020, 01:57 AM
Stunning beauty! Enjoying the pictures; looking forward to seeing it continue to grow for you and even fruit! :lurk: Best of luck :bananas_b
Valor_X
06-08-2020, 01:14 PM
My V. Florida is still growing like crazy and showing no signs of slowing down
:bananas_b
http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=66075 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=66075)
http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=66074 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=66074)
smeash
06-08-2020, 02:55 PM
That is a BEAUTIFUL plant! Im putting that on my wish list for sure!! Where did you get it? Best of luck with it.. Does it produce edible fruit?
Best day
06-08-2020, 05:26 PM
Beautiful plant. You are definitely getting great growth. Depending on how much humidity you have in your area you might want to keep it in part sun. Or else the white areas will burn. Good luck.
Bill
Valor_X
06-08-2020, 06:26 PM
That is a BEAUTIFUL plant! Im putting that on my wish list for sure!! Where did you get it? Best of luck with it.. Does it produce edible fruit?
Thanks! It does in fact produce edible sweet bananas - and they're also striped like the plant! I can't wait to try them out one day.
I was able to snag it on Ebay, you can find them there but they almost always get listed for auction sale only. So I had to get into several bidding wars until I was able to win this one for a great price - for a variegated banana that is.
Beautiful plant. You are definitely getting great growth. Depending on how much humidity you have in your area you might want to keep it in part sun. Or else the white areas will burn. Good luck.
Bill
Thanks for the advice! And yes it's definitely HOT & Humid here, I'm still only giving early morning sun for now and then it's in the shade.
cincinnana
06-10-2020, 06:37 PM
My V. Florida is still growing like crazy and showing no signs of slowing down
:bananas_b
http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=66075 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=66075)
http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=66074 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=66074)
Start making plans to overwinter a large plant..:woohoonaner:
jomM0923
06-10-2020, 11:22 PM
gachalife (https://www.sbnation.com/users/gachalife)
I am envy! I want to start my own too, can someone give me a resourceful idea on how to do this??
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