Re: Time to put the bananas to sleep for the Winter
For those of us who are trying their first bare root banana winter, some questions. After digging, removing the dirt and leaves from the p-stem, should the plant be left outside to dry for a given amount of time before bringing it in? Once inside, should it be laying down, propped up at an angle, or straight up? Should the corm ever be misted throughout the winter? Should I shake some fungicide on the corms? Any other advice would be GREATLY appreciated, as previously I've potted up my nanas for the winter, and this is new for me. Thanks!
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