Hey there, fellow gardening enthusiasts! Are you tired of longing for luscious banana trees, only to be told they won’t thrive in your cold climate? Well, fear not! ❄️ In this article, I’m here to answer the burning question on every green thumb’s mind: Can bananas actually grow in cold climates? Brace yourselves for an … Read more
So, you want to know, can you root a banana tree in water? I’ll hazard a guess that you’re looking to grow an indoor banana tree, and therefore you wish to know about rooting in water. Will this encourage your banana tree to grow more efficiently? Or are you asking for trouble with excessive water … Read more
It has to be one of the most frustrating sights, but how do I keep ants off my banana tree? What exactly are the ants doing there? Will they damage your banana tree? And, of course, how do you get rid of them? I’ll now answer these and other questions about keeping ants off your … Read more
You might not think of it as a problem, but have you ever wondered why bananas are so cheap? After all, when you think about it, there must be a lot of costs involved with growth, harvesting, and transportation. Most of the plantations are in the Caribbean and South America, so shipping costs must be … Read more
Given the number of plantations throughout the world, it seems unlikely, but are bananas going to go extinct? After all, it is the most popular fruit globally, and millions are consumed every day. But, of course, unforeseen events can happen at any time. Imagine if a disease wiped out all the banana plants! Bananas are … Read more
I’m sure you’re not the only one to wonder, would bananas exist without humans? As much as most of us love our yellow fruit, you can’t help but speculate whether bananas are completely natural. Okay, in the modern day and age, it’s easy to see how man has taken over the production and transportation of … Read more
If you are growing your own fruit, you may be wondering, what can I do if my banana plant stalk is broken? After all, that is what keeps the plant upright and bears the weight of the bananas. And imagine how heavy a huge bunch of bananas could be! Does it mean the death of … Read more
I’m sure I’m not the only one to wonder, do organic bananas turn yellow? There are various reasons that you may choose to go organic. However, it often feels like you’re waiting forever for your bananas to transform from green. In fact, in some cases, it may never happen. So, this leads you to speculate … Read more
It’s a reasonable question, can banana plants grow in the shade? I mean, not all of us have access to 16 hours a day of glorious sunshine. Then again, perhaps the only place you can plant bananas is well-shielded from the sun. So, allow me to explain the ins and outs of growing banana plants, … Read more
If your outdoor space has somewhat challenging conditions, you may be wondering, will banana plants grow in clay soil? Is there anything you can do to make your clay soil more banana-friendly? Or is it just not a good idea? Does the alkalinity of clay soil make a difference? Perhaps you would like to know … Read more