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Forum: Main Banana Discussion 01-21-2021, 09:06 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 499
Posted By bananatech
Re: Moving to South Florida

Hello WindyCityzen,

Welcome to the Sunshine state!

I would suggest a visit to Going Bananas in homestead, FL (near Miami). A lovely couple runs this place and they are a very helpful when it comes...
Forum: Banana Plants Wanted 06-03-2020, 06:01 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,467
Posted By bananatech
Re: Praying hands!!! WANTED!!

Try Going Bananas in Homestead, FL.
Forum: Main Banana Discussion 06-03-2020, 05:59 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,949
Posted By bananatech
Re: where to buy blue java plants

You can also try Going Bananas in Homestead, FL. They sell quality plants and I've been very happy with the bananas I've purchased from them.
Forum: Member Introductions 12-04-2019, 04:22 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,121
Posted By bananatech
Re: Hello From Kissimmee, Florida

Stela, welcome to the banana addiction. You might want to check Going Bananas in Homestead, FL for a Pitogo.
Forum: Other Plants 05-03-2017, 09:19 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,830
Posted By bananatech
Re: Pollinating chili peper plants

You're welcome. Good luck!
Forum: Other Plants 05-03-2017, 08:57 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,830
Posted By bananatech
Re: Pollinating chili peper plants

Hi AdotKarl. Your plants in general do not look too bad to me. I'm not familiar with the Nitrozyme product, so I can't offer any specific advice on that one. Just remember to apply a less...
Forum: Other Plants 04-26-2017, 08:46 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,830
Posted By bananatech
Re: Pollinating chili peper plants

Sorry to hear about your flower drop. Your flower drop could also be caused by insufficient light. It really can be frustrating when the temperature will not cooperate and you're anxiously awaiting...
Forum: Other Plants 04-13-2017, 11:36 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,830
Posted By bananatech
Re: Pollinating chili peper plants

You're welcome. I've included a Youtube video that provides information on pepper pollinating and flower drop. The video demonstrates the shaking method. Hopefully, this will be helpful. ...
Forum: Other Plants 04-13-2017, 08:03 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,830
Posted By bananatech
Re: Pollinating chili peper plants

Hi AdotKarl, chili peppers are self pollinating (each flower contains both male and female parts). However, they sometimes need a little help with getting the pollen to fall into the ovary of the...
Forum: Cold Hardy Bananas 01-05-2017, 09:59 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,027
Posted By bananatech
Re: Dwarf Cavendish in New Orleans

Hi, I am in central florida and have the same concerns, at times, that you are mentioning. What I have done in the past is to wrap Christmas tree lights (the old fashioned, outdoor, non-led type)...
Forum: Other Plants 02-03-2014, 03:08 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,824
Posted By bananatech
Re: can anyone id this elephant ear. was simply labeled giant elephant ear

Due to the fact that the leaves are pointing downward rather than upward or horizontally, my guess is that is is a type of Colocasia. There is a variety of Colocasia, sold by Plant Delights Nursery...
Forum: Main Banana Discussion 06-19-2013, 04:43 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,950
Posted By bananatech
Re: Veinte Cohol Organic Fertilizer

Sntyson, a good source for the Bradford Organics is a Farm/Animal Feed store. If you're close to a rural or suburban area, you should be able to locate one. When buying organic materials, you get...
Forum: Main Banana Discussion 06-19-2013, 04:15 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,950
Posted By bananatech
Re: Veinte Cohol Organic Fertilizer

In addition to manures, you can use an organic citrus fertilizer for bananas. Espoma and Bradford Organics makes good ones. I have also used Bradfords Luscious Lawn Corn Gluten meal-> 9-0-0 for a...
Forum: Other Plants 05-06-2013, 11:00 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 943
Posted By bananatech
Re: Need help

How old are the trees? What type of fertilizer are you using Do you know what type of root stock was used for the graft? If it's a trifoliate orange root stock, you will need a fertilizer that is...
Forum: Other Plants 05-03-2013, 08:48 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,443
Posted By bananatech
Re: Shell ginger

I agree the shell ginger can be grown in sun. However, you will need to provide more water than when the plant is grown in shade. Gingers like to be kepto moist. The foilage will also end up...
Forum: Banana Plant Health And Maintenance Topics 03-14-2013, 09:14 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,004
Posted By bananatech
Re: Cavendish 7b, potential overwintering mistake.

Sorry, I'm so late in responding to you. Yes, a maindenhead is an over-large pup. I would not remove a pup that is over 3ft. It probably would not hurt the mama/fruiting stem plant, is just that...
Forum: Banana Plant Health And Maintenance Topics 02-20-2013, 10:33 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,004
Posted By bananatech
Re: Cavendish 7b, potential overwintering mistake.

Chester Copperpot,

A maidenhead sucker is just a large non-fruiting pseudostem. Some people may want to further classsify it as the next sucker that should fruit after the "current"...
Forum: Cold Hardy Bananas 11-26-2012, 04:01 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,640
Posted By bananatech
Re: Bananas not ripening.

Hello, Piran.

You could cut down the bunch and place a plastic bag around them. The ethelyne gas will cause them to ripen. Of course, the best flavor is obtained from allowing the fruit to remain...
Forum: Banana Plants Wanted 09-19-2012, 10:28 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,707
Posted By bananatech
Re: Musa veinte cohol

I would be hesitant ordering from Logee's. I was recently considering ordering a plant from them, however, comments on Dave's Garden Watchdog gave me considerable pause. In summary, it appears this...
Forum: Banana Plants Wanted 09-19-2012, 10:22 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,936
Posted By bananatech
Re: looking and want to be honest

I have purchased plants from Don at Going Bananas (Dwarf Namwah, Raja Puri, Sweethart (FHIA03) and Double Mahoi. All plants have thrived without any issues. His farm is quite impressive, I was able...
Forum: Banana Plants Wanted 08-15-2012, 09:02 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,245
Posted By bananatech
Re: Must Have Fhia 2 Mona Lisa

Hello,

I belive Don at Going Bananas, has that one for sale.

Catalog of banana trees and banana plants offered at Going Bananas (http://www.going-bananas.com/bananavarietycatalog.htm)
Forum: Main Banana Discussion 08-13-2012, 10:46 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,314
Posted By bananatech
Re: Deer, Coons, & Bananas ?

I am in central florida, outside of Tampa. In my area we have "herds" of deer. It is not uncommon to see 20 or so deer in a yard. I routinely have about 6 deer that come to my house for...
Forum: Cold Hardy Bananas 04-28-2011, 11:08 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,314
Posted By bananatech
Hiya Re: root depth

You are very welcome and good luck with the bananas.
Forum: Cold Hardy Bananas 04-28-2011, 08:30 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,314
Posted By bananatech
Re: root depth

You are welcome, Scottu. Just as an addition, from the information I have read and been given by someone who studied banana plantings in Costa Rica, the majority of a banana's roots will exist at a...
Forum: Cold Hardy Bananas 04-28-2011, 07:59 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,314
Posted By bananatech
Smile Re: root depth

I belive you will have sufficient root depth with that strategy. I would make sure the hole is at least 3 feet wide, as well.

Happy planting.
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