Finally, my first flower!
After 3 and a half years of waiting I finally have my first banana flower! One Blue Java tree has grown into 3 mats with varying numbers of stems, but it was the original tree (which after 6 months in the ground was completely shredded by what was likely a raccoon) that flowered. I came here to see what I need to do to ensure that I get edible bananas from this flower, but there is so much information in the forum that I'm having a hard time finding the info.
How long does should I expect to wait before I get to eat a banana? The flower just appeared within the last week (extended family is asking!)
Is there anything I need to do? Just let the flower produce bananas? Do I cut off the flower at some point or just let it keep going and do its thing? Do they need to be bagged eventually, or is that just a commercial growing practice?
Any tips would be greatly appreciated. I am very excited!
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