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Old 06-02-2010, 08:47 AM   #9 (permalink)
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Default Re: Banana advice for newbies

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Originally Posted by LilRaverBoi View Post
I disagree with two points you made:
1) "keep the soil damp to the touch but not drenched" Most bananas do best when allowed to dry out to an inch or two below the soil regularly followed by a medium watering. If they are allowed to stay damp for any significant period of time (especially if temperatures are cool) then they can suffer from rotting.
2) "I like organic fertilizers such as seaweed, cow, horse or chicken manure." Most animal manure should be composted for many months before being applied directly to bananas. Otherwise, the high levels of nitrogen can cause burning and damage to the plants.

Other than that, great tips and thanks for sharing!
I don't think you can go by 1 to 2" it all depends on soil type and weather.
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