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Wed, Apr 23, 08 at 16:07
| This will be my 3rd summer with the same Lotus Banana (Musella Lasiocarpa)it has put out tons of pups, but I am wondering if I can expect it to flower this summer. I remember reading that 3 summers of growth would get it there...any thoughts? |
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| This is actually one of my favorite bananas to grow. Mine flowered when it was actually rather small (under three feet). I would just suggest that you give it as much sun as you can, remember to fertilize and water regularly throughout the spring and summer months. A protected south facing wall is helpful for extra warmth before tropical heat really kicks in (then I would move it to a cooler locale--depending on your summer conditions). I am assuming that you are growing it as a containerized plant and are able to summer it outdoors. The attractive flowers last a surprisingly long time, and as you pointed out they sucker generously. Good luck! |
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- Posted by tropicallvr north coast Cal (My Page) on Sun, May 4, 08 at 23:05
| Good recommendation. I babyed mine for about three years(dividing every other year) then last summer totally neglected it, barely gave it enough water and it bloomed a small little bloom. I bet your's will bloom soon. |
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| You may be able to expect this after three years! |
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