Banana (Dwarf cavendish, Dwarf red banana)
Musa spp.
Fruit PlantsFull sunlight (6–8 hours)
Get this plant via NuvvyHorticulturist Notes
Fast-growing perennial fruit plant requiring warm temperatures, rich soil, and regular watering for healthy flowering and fruiting, Flowers 7–9 months after planting; fruits mature in 2–3 months after flowering, each pseudostem fruits once and is replaced by suckers.
Care Essentials
Watering Requirement
Water 3-5 times per week
Soil Mix
Garden soil(30%)+ Cocopeat(30%)+ Compost(30%)+ Sand/Perlite(10%)
Fertilization Requirement
NPK monthly and high potassium during fruiting
Air Purifying
No