Forum: Main Banana Discussion
04-05-2013, 02:15 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 2,788
Re: Desert Bananas
I see your point, I don't mean removing all the leaves, but topping it will help to develop the roots in a newly transplanted banana. In the dessert, strong root growth will make the plant stronger...
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Forum: Main Banana Discussion
04-05-2013, 01:59 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,370
Re: Twins!!!
It's exciting! I remember the first time one of my plants had them. Magical! Now you're hooked even deeper. :woohoonaner:
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Forum: Banana Plants Wanted
04-05-2013, 05:14 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,244
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Forum: Main Banana Discussion
04-05-2013, 05:01 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 2,788
Re: Desert Bananas
Sounds like a plan. I would not use misters, as long as they get sufficient water, they shouldn't burn. Drip gets the water right where they need it and won't get blown away. Misters can create water...
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Forum: Member Introductions
04-05-2013, 02:57 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,647
Re: hi
Welcome! One of our members, Chong, is familiar with both TC and Philippine bananas. I believe he would be a very helpful contact for you. Good luck!
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Forum: Member Introductions
04-05-2013, 02:27 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,751
Re: Hi all!
We also have a member with the same name. Bananaman - he's very knowledgeable and supportive. Perhaps one and the same?
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Forum: Member Introductions
04-05-2013, 02:14 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,250
Re: Hello
I'm unfamiliar with the Spanish name, but they appear to be Orinoco bananas.
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Forum: Member Introductions
04-05-2013, 01:52 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,990
Re: Banana Rookie - I need your help!
All good advice. "Banana Fuel" is a little spendy. One of our members here, Richard sells banana fertilizer that's cheaper and specially made for bananas, too. (Plus it supports our members) Richard...
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Forum: Member Introductions
04-05-2013, 12:10 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,494
Re: Hello from Malaysia
Hi and welcome. Every time I see a member from Malaysia I'm reminded of my old pal Tog Tan. He had a nursery of bananas as well as other tropicals. I don't know if it's still in operation, but he had...
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Forum: Member Introductions
04-05-2013, 12:01 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 2,403
Re: New member - Tucson, AZ
In Las Vegas, I had all of mine on a drip system and timer. This prevented them from burning. Depending upon the size of the plant and pot, install the proper size emitter to provide just enough...
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Forum: Member Introductions
04-04-2013, 11:54 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,753
Re: Help!! newly planted 6' stalk dying...
First, a belated welcome to you.
Now, sharpen your machete and whack the whole p-stem off down to where it's still green. Don't water it until it puts out some leaves. After you lop off the dead...
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Forum: Member Introductions
04-04-2013, 11:43 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,494
Re: Aloha from Maui
Welcome! You also have one of the leading banana experts in the world living in Hawaii. Our member Gabe is a fantastic source of banana information. Markku Hakkinen is also a member here. He IS the...
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Forum: Member Introductions
04-04-2013, 11:16 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,289
Re: New member from Indonesia
Wow! Gili Lombok, sooo cool! I want to visit there soon. I'm in Jakarta right now but possibly headed to Bali or Thailand. Still waiting for confirmation. I have another friend who just returned from...
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Forum: Member Introductions
04-04-2013, 11:06 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,558
Re: !st banana plan (dwarf type) some concerns
Yes, it takes some time to re-establish and should be gradually introduced to full sunlight. Start it in the shade and introduce it to a little more sun every few days. After a week or two it should...
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Forum: Main Banana Discussion
04-04-2013, 10:29 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,323
Re: Best plant group and forums ever
Did you try spraying the p-stems with hot pepper spray? Just a suggestion, I've never heard of duck damage before, so I'm unsure. Try it, refreshing the coating as needed to maintain the fresh...
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Forum: Banana Plants Wanted
04-04-2013, 09:49 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,244
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Forum: Banana Plants Wanted
04-04-2013, 09:47 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,659
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Forum: Main Banana Discussion
04-04-2013, 09:35 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 2,788
Re: Desert Bananas
Great having you join us! This site has a wealth of experience and many experts.
I lived in N Las Vegas for a year and grew over 100 varieties in pots. Damaclese lives in Henderson and has some in...
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Forum: Main Banana Discussion
04-03-2013, 06:50 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,763
Re: Temporary Immersion Systems
I remembered an excellent thread about this. I just found it and here is the link: http://www.bananas.org/f260/tissue-culture-4755.html#post56839
Our member rohsen had posted several useful pdf's on...
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Forum: Main Banana Discussion
04-02-2013, 11:35 AM
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Replies: 73
Views: 8,286
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Forum: Banana Seed Germination Forum
04-02-2013, 11:00 AM
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Replies: 38
Views: 17,822
Re: Seed germination using GA3
It seems a lot of Musa and Ensete seeds are being labelled incorrectly. I have seen several posts like this as I was catching up on things here. Sorry aboput that. I think I had a post in my gallery...
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Forum: Main Banana Discussion
04-02-2013, 09:20 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 3,754
Re: Skashoon, who are you?
Mauro, my good friend! So nice to see you. Thank you for your kind words. It was surprising how quickly some people jumped to conclusions. Sheesh!
I wanted to go to Japan but couldn't quite afford...
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Forum: Banana Plants For Sale & Auction
04-02-2013, 08:41 AM
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Replies: 1
Views: 1,337
Re: For Sale
I wish i could. But that's all I can do. Best of luck to you.
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Forum: Main Banana Discussion
04-02-2013, 04:29 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 4,282
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Forum: Social Announcements & Good Wishes
04-02-2013, 04:16 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,794
I'm back - at least for awhile
It sure feels good to have open access to the internet again. Presently, I'm in Jakarta, Indonesia for a few weeks rest. I wanted to move here, but the government says that I can't get a work visa...
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