The tropical banana plant requires a warm and humid environment. Regular, correct watering can support their well-being.
Focus on water:
- Avoid waterlogging in any case
- Use of lime-free water (cheap: rainwater)
- tempered water (not too cold)
When watering, not only the pseudo trunk has to be moistened. Rather, the entire area of the earth covered by the leaves must be watered abundantly. The water must penetrate into the deeper layers. This rule of thumb applies to bananas in the garden as well as in the room.
When temperatures rise or fall
In any case, the soil must never dry out completely during the growing season. In particularly hot periods during midsummer, the banana plant does well if it is thoroughly watered two to three times a week.
In contrast, the hobby gardener has to water less in winter. It is sufficient if the soil remains slightly moist.
tips and tricks
Since the banana tree needs plenty of water, it literally pays off to collect plenty of rainwater. The quality of this natural wonder also has a very positive effect on holistic growth.