If the banana plant is given the right location, suitable fertilization and sufficient care, it will thank you with a wonderful eye-catcher. Its colorful flowers are just as oversized as their leaves can be.
Come time, come flower dream
In the first year, the banana plant never blooms. In our climes it needs at least two years. In addition, the banana must overwinter in the bright indoor area at an even temperature.
In addition, the plant can be supported by a potassium-rich fertilizer.
Long-awaited bloom
Basically, only bananas that are doing really well bloom. The flowers look wonderfully strong. With a bit of luck, a few bananas will form near the trunk. Should the flower nevertheless impress in all its glory, the following applies:
- Shorten the flower gently.
- otherwise there is a risk that it will flower for months.
tips and tricks
If the hobby gardener wants to experience this event in his garden, the banana tree must not be cut off completely for the winter.