Welcome to the Bananas.org forums. You're currently viewing our message boards as a guest which gives you limited access to participate in discussions and access our other features such as our wiki and photo gallery. By joining our community, you'll have access to post topics, communicate privately with other members (PM), respond to polls, upload photos, and access many other special features. Registration is fast and simple, so please join our community today! If you have any problems with the registration process or your account login, please contact us. |
|
Register | Photo Gallery | Classifieds | Wiki | Chat | Map | Today's Posts | Search |
Main Banana Discussion This is where we discuss our banana collections; tips on growing bananas, tips on harvesting bananas, sharing our banana photos and stories. |
Members currently in the chatroom: 0 | |
The most chatters online in one day was 17, 09-06-2009. No one is currently using the chat. |
Email this Page |
|
LinkBack | Thread Tools |
05-11-2019, 01:48 PM | #1 (permalink) |
Just a Corm
Zone: 20/21
Join Date: Apr 2017
Posts: 3
BananaBucks
: 1,959
Feedback: 0 / 0%
Said "Thanks" 0 Times
Was
Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts
Said "Welcome to Bananas" 0 Times
|
SoCal Successes (zone 20/21)
Hello banana growers! Been quiet reader, learning for some time. I may have fallen into the black hole of bananas now that I'm looking to try different varieties.
Have been growing what I believe is Manzano for years, finally taking the steps to learn what can be grown here, just north of Brea. From what I can gather, some that sound tasty are: DB, Blue Java, Namwah, and such. Once I tasted a good apple banana years ago, I quickly grew away from store Cavendish. Also, from a recent trip to O‘ahu was I able to taste what they call apple bananas (DB?) and Ice Cream. I've seen the Blue Java posted for sale from plant sale events and meetings, but never got to tasting one so I never made the jump to grow it. It was nice and mellow but would prefer to taste a locally grown for a realistic example. The smoothies I had with the apple bananas were delicious! If anyone can assist with your experiences and are nearby, that would be fantastic. I'm no stranger to growing plants but bananas are technically new to me. PS., Is anyone going to the upcoming OC-CRFG meeting regarding bananas? |
Said thanks: |
Sponsors |
05-16-2019, 09:59 AM | #2 (permalink) |
Location: Long Beach, CA
Zone: 10B
Join Date: Apr 2012
Posts: 456
BananaBucks
: 66,455
Feedback: 0 / 0%
Said "Thanks" 12 Times
Was
Thanked 678 Times in 253 Posts
Said "Welcome to Bananas" 2 Times
|
Re: SoCal Successes (zone 20/21)
North of Brea you should get plenty of heat to grow bananas. How cold do you get in the winter? Assuming you don't get too you can easily grow bananas. Of the 12 varieties I grow I highly recommend Dwarf Brazilian, Namwa, Mysore, Gros Michel and Gold Finger. Check my listing in the for sale area for info on plant height and if they need propping or not. Good luck!
Bill |
Said thanks: |
05-20-2019, 08:30 PM | #3 (permalink) |
Join Date: Apr 2017
Posts: 3
BananaBucks
: 1,128
Feedback: 0 / 0%
Said "Thanks" 0 Times
Was
Thanked 3 Times in 1 Post
Said "Welcome to Bananas" 0 Times
|
Re: SoCal Successes (zone 20/21)
I'm in a similar situation as OP, located in the SGV. I don't have a lot of a space but definitely want to try Gros Michel. What's another variety that's easy for a beginner and unique tasting you would recommend? I read from another page which highly recommended Dwarf Brazilian.
|
05-20-2019, 08:46 PM | #4 (permalink) |
Location: Long Beach, CA
Zone: 10B
Join Date: Apr 2012
Posts: 456
BananaBucks
: 66,455
Feedback: 0 / 0%
Said "Thanks" 12 Times
Was
Thanked 678 Times in 253 Posts
Said "Welcome to Bananas" 2 Times
|
Re: SoCal Successes (zone 20/21)
Yes, for sure Dwarf Brazilian is a winner in all respects. It tastes great, the plant looks great and it doesn't need propping.
Bill |
Email this Page |
Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests) | |
|
Similar Threads | ||||
Thread | Thread Starter | Forum | Replies | Last Post |
Zone 9a/9b (Inland SoCal) Cultivar Suggestions | koallah | Main Banana Discussion | 4 | 04-09-2019 03:51 PM |
SoCal FNG | Bgross | Member Introductions | 6 | 01-04-2019 04:27 PM |
SoCal grower | Van ardon | Member Introductions | 4 | 05-05-2017 06:39 PM |
Greetings from SoCal | AlSal | Member Introductions | 4 | 01-28-2014 09:28 AM |
basjoo in zone 5 indiana successes | sandy0225 | Cold Hardy Bananas | 15 | 05-30-2010 11:17 AM |