Grow BONSAI BANANA TREE in a POT
Indian climate is suitable for banana tree.Learn how to grow banana tree in a pot.Growing Banana trees in pots is easy, if you’re unable to grow it on the ground either due to lack of space or cold climate.
It may takes up to 3 to 5 years to fruit if grown from seeds.
REQUIREMENTS:-
SOIL:- It requires well draining sandy soil, that is rich in organic matters and compost. If you are making it at home make sure to mix sand, perlite, and compost or manure.
WATERING:- Water it regularly and deeply but care not to overwater. In summer, water it every day. It may need water even two times a day in hot weather or when it is root bound. Reduce watering in winter.
SUN:-If you’re growing banana tree you should keep it in a spot that receives the sun most of the day but preferably sheltered from the wind. They love full sun, heat and humidity.
HUMIDITY:-Banana plant prefers humidity levels above 50%. To increase humidity level around the plant, mist the plant and place it on a layer of pebbles in a tray filled with water.
FERTILIZER:-Banana is a fast growing plant and it requires heavy feeding to grow at its full strength. Fertilize young plant when it establishes well with nitrogen-rich fertilizer to help it grow faster. Once your banana tree in pot becomes mature enough to produce fruit, fertilize it with 15:5:30 fertilizer regularly.
PESTS AND DISEASES:-Some pests that might attack banana plant are banana aphids, banana weevil, and coconut scale. These pests can easily be repelled using organic pesticides.
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