The first bananas to appear on the market in Toronto (in the 1870s and 1880s) were red bananas. [7] Red bananas are available year round at specialty markets and larger supermarkets in the United States. Choose a pot. You want to give your plant room to grow, but choosing a pot that’s too big may cause issues. Select a pot that is about double the width of your plant’s corm. Make sure the container has drainage holes. Banana plants are often referred to as “banana trees” because they get so large. In fact, they can grow up to 30 feet tall. Isn’t that wild? But they aren’t trees. They are actually herbs that grow from a rhizome structure, much like snake plants.

After that, they are more established. But it looks like cutting them down worked like a charm. These are just the beginnings of the plants, and we did nothing to encourage the sprouting.

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The best time to plant a red banana tree is in the spring or early summer. This will give it plenty of time to become established before winter arrives. When selecting a location for your red banana tree, choose an area that receives full sun and has well-draining soil. If necessary, amend the soil with compost or other organic matter to improve drainage and fertility.

Fruit: Fruit Value To Gardener: Edible Fruit Length: 1-3 inches Fruit Description: Fruits resembling a banana are edible. A tasty, striking alternative to the classic yellow banana, the fruits of the red banana tree is a must-try for anyone with a sweet tooth–or anyone health conscious! Whether you’re looking for a noteworthy addition to your garden or a new twist to an old recipe, the red banana tree and its creamy, pink fruit are the ideal choice.Although they often resemble trees, bananas don’t form a woody trunk and botanically are classed as herbaceous perennials. They can live for many years, as long as they're well protected from cold every winter. Bananas are incredibly versatile and can be worked into a wide range of recipes, and the natural sugary taste of red bananas makes them particularly well suited for desserts. But if a container is your only option, they can still look quite lovely! Use a mix of well-draining potting soil. Anything labeled “potting soil” will do just fine. I probably wouldn’t use a cactus/succulent well-draining mix because they dry out too much, and these are thirsty plants. How much should I water a banana plant? Cape, M. (2019). How to Grow Banana Plants Like a Professional: Beginner’s Guide and Tips to Get You Started. Independently Published. Attributes: Genus: Ensete Species: ventricosum Family: Musaceae Life Cycle: Perennial Recommended Propagation Strategy: Seed Country Or Region Of Origin: Tropical Africa Wildlife Value: None Play Value: Colorful Edible fruit Textural Edibility: The dry, banana like fruits are edible. Dimensions: Height: 8 ft. 0 in. - 10 ft. 0 in. Width: 6 ft. 0 in. - 8 ft. 0 in.