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Help with a Baby Red Banana plant

17 years ago

I was given a little Banana plant and I forgot about it. I left it in the back of my car for about a week. The leafs are all dead on it but the corm is still moist. It is about 6 inches tall. I planted it in a pot and put it in a bright window. Can it still be saved? Is there anything I can do for it? Any help would be appreciated!!! Thank you!!! Diana55

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gardenguy_
17 years ago
YES, the plant can still be saved. All that matters is the corm. As long as it's still firm, the banana has a chance. Keep us posted.
diana55
Original Author
17 years ago
Hey Gardenguy...The corm is still firm. I hope I can save it!!! Should I fertilize it or anything? I put in in a pot with good soil, is that enough? The soil has some fertilizer in it already. I will keep you posted!!! Diana55
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