5 BANANA CARE TIPS | Harvesting, Cloning, Transplanting, Feeding & Mulching

[@MaryDavidson911]

Fellow biologist here. Another benefit to the mulch is when it rains it keeps the rain drops from splattering back up from the soil up onto the leaves which could cause bacteria to get on the plant’s leaves and start its demise.

[@IVOrganic]

AWESOME POINT! Thank you so much for sharing Mary! Charles 🌱👍

[@Kevin-op7fc]

This might be the best plant video I have ever seen.

[@multipolarbear]

Happy fathers day to all the men who subscribe to IV Organics wonderful channel. As fathers, we provide for the family in many ways. Our gardens are just a few. Other ways are protection and love & that shoulder to lean on. Wisdom to men!

[@harrysoemyint7207]

Thank you so much for your great videos. Welcome to Thailand when Covid -19 away from earth. Good luck sir.

[@GreenWitch1]

I have 4 trees now. Just planted a Kiki in the ground & it’s done great! I got 2 really nice bunches this past summer. I don’t do anything for them. They’re just happy living here in Hawaii.

[@tylersmith6762]

Cool stuff Im growing dwarf banana in Wisconsin and bringing it indoors in winter not sure if it will fruit in Wisconsin thou.

[@michaelgordon7618]

Hi Charles - Fantastic! I admire your enthusiasm for banana plants. I am as well. Wonderful plants that love the sun!

[@beccasbythebay]

we love our ice cream banana trees. we waited over 2 yrs after planting but they are thriving since adding more compost & mulch. These are so much fun !!! Thank you for sharing.

[@mannygi1977]

Where can i buy a ice cream banana plant, also a cavendish bana plant

[@ckyau2529]

We use a long sharp machete to only chop twice within 5 seconds to harvest! First to chop half of the truck ( at 4 feet height), the gravity will pull the fruit down, holding the top of the banana bunch, and last chop to get the whole bunch.. within 5 seconds!

[@tanyadoneganyl1891]

This was MAJOR helpful with so much information!!! We are now growing our first bunch of bananas, so we had no clue what to do next. I've also been researching awesome ORGANIC plant food so I loved you including this too...ordering. I shared your video on FB!! Thank you!

[@MrQor2]

Helloooo 👋.... from Toronto, Ontario, CANADA 🇨🇦.... I really enjoy your very informative podcast show here on KZbin ! YOU ARE A TRUE INSPIRATION TO GARDENERS, GUARANTEED !!!!!!!! LOVE

[@scottnie0988]

This was awesome!! Thanks so much. Aloha from Maui

[@leviahimsa]

Just frozen bananas and water blended is the best. ✌️🍌🍌🍌🍌🍌🍌

[@fryloc77]

Hi Charles! Great, informative video as usual. Your banana vids are my favorite. Very inspirational!

[@IVOrganic]

Hello fryloc77! Thank you so much for the compliment!!! And yes, the bananas are awesome: a beautiful tropical accent plant PLUS+ delicious fruit 'off the vine'. A win-win! Charles :-)

[@BackyardGardening]

Bananas look tasty. Wonderful harvest in organic way. Thank you for this informative video. Have a great weekend

[@IVOrganic]

Thank you Backyard Gardening! I've been enjoying banana smoothies every day (for breakfast or lunch) since this harvest!!! YUMMY!!! Charles :-)

[@sarahmurray687]

Thank you very educational, l have always wondered how people grown alot of bananas tree in one season despite the winter.

[@geekasauruswreks8789]

Banana "ice cream" is my favorite. Frozen bananas, a few walnuts (the walnuts add fat that makes it taste more rich and even more like ice cream; a few walnuts to me is 4-6 depending on size and that's for a single serving). Experiment with flavors. I've done cacao, blueberry, pistachio (omitted the walnuts), almond butter (also omitted the walnuts), so many yummy flavors to try. I also love to eat them straight out of the fridge with nothing on them.

[@honeybadgerisme]

Totally trying that!!

[@carmenmendez6836]

Best dessert: peel bananas, in frying pan melt butter, add bananas (whole), bring to a soft boil, turning the bananas, Browning evenly, while Browning the bananas, add brown sugar, vanilla, ground cinnamon and few cinnamon sticks, few cloves (easy on this, their flavor is strong), keep simmering ( u can add a bit of water so the sugar won't burn and stick to the pan) until the ingredients with the bananas become a syrup and there are ready to serve (let them cool a bit) add ice cream!!! Yummy... u'll thank me, Wonderful unique flavor for a special dessert! Let me know if you liked it!😊🍌. I also make banana pancakes, bread and cakes, nothing like bananas!! Love them! 👍💜

[@arndpelzer1227]

You're so lucky to keep banana plants growing throughout the year. Here in Germany they survive only with a lot of packages around to prevent the cold of the winter. Before we have to cut off leaves and next year's spring only new leaves develop. The growing season is too short to produce fruits.

[@kevin.graham.andreisupport1926]

Inside grow light 1000W?

[@gabiglaezer8685]

Great info, thanks for sharing

[@slowpoke4557]

I just acquired a few banana plant pups and while I'm not expecting and bananas from them, i am hoping for some awesome looking center piece plants from them. THANK YOU for the Argonne and full of info video!

[@svarghese9424]

Banana plant are very good for mulching during summer, it can also used for composting during rainy season. It is always good to remove the small plants after keeping one or two small ones for good fruit growth

[@azhar07464]

Very informative video. Thank you so much sir.

[@dallytv1699]

Your a legend man

[@IVOrganic]

Thank you for the compliment Dally TV! Charles 😀👍

[@richardcholatheblogger]

The place looks like a forest 😲..love it

[@timmangan1734]

coco fiber and peat what is your take on that? I have been having great luck with both in Minnesota - yes winter is fun in my basement - covid taught me how to grow fruit and tropical plants during -40 weather. coming home from outside winter work into my tropical flower paradise.

[@Igrowtoeatgood]

Good job my friend keep growing

[@MasterCommandCEO]

Great video deserves more views!

[@timmangan1734]

I like you products you show- yes plants can get sunburned

[@terrell1201at]

How are you getting the green ones to ripe??

[@konneeslittlecorner]

Thanks for all this info. Question - I have 2 young plants, about 7" each, that I've started in pots. They are Grand Nain Chequita Dwarf. Right now, they are just coming out of transplant shock (after being shipped to me) and starting to perk their leaves back up. During this time, I've kept them in the shade, covered the root area with dried leaves and water them twice a day. I do the 2nd-knuckle test to make sure the soil is moist but not soggy. My question is this . . . . when it's time to plant them in the ground, what do you recommend at what size I do that and the frequency of watering? I have Banana plant fertilizer 15-5-30 and bought the leaf spray protection you showed. They will be in full sun here in Zone 9b. I appreciate any input you can give! These are my first Banana plants, and I can't wait to have a whole 'bunch' of them growing!

[@chariscannon7871]

Hello! I know in some of your other banana videos you have talked about not separating any pups while there is fruit on the plant. You said that you (only) got 30 pounds of bananas, because there were several 9 to 10 foot tall plants. Do you think it would have put more stress on the plant to dig off any extra pups, or leave them on and get compromised fruit from the plant splitting it’s energy 4, 5, or 6 ways? Don’t forget to put 1 foot of mulch on the bananas!!!

[@simonpaine2347]

I use excess 🍌🍌for vinegar 😋 . Mash them up put in a bucket with a fine mesh / cloth on top. After 4 weeks skim off the waste. Leave for another 6 weeks. Perfect for making salad dressings!

[@justin2024atlas]

So sad when the wind shreds the leaves. Such a fun plant to grow though. Your info & tips are very useful and applicable! I plan to bump up my fertilizing schedule. Do far I have just been using Miracle-Gro every 2 weeks.

[@ceaseanddesist8036]

Is it possible to make a banana fluit earlier by gicing it a lot extra pottasium?

[@MelMel-hu2ui]

I have peat moss and garden soil. Can I use these together for transplanting banana tree?

[@KipandJake]

I do not see the 6 macro+ anywhere

[@kathryntrembath54]

Can you get these fertilizers in New Zealand

[@OzzieWozzieOriginal]

o dear, those fertilisers are not available in my country

[@B-Th-Change]

Love your vlog, I’m a new banana grower. I jus saw a blog from an Indian farmer that said that shredding is a sign of one of the micronutrients bein deficient.

[@Kevin-op7fc]

Are there times in the year that one wouldn't fertilize?

[@luckykazivlog8782]

Great job! 😍👌❤

[@FabianAlvarado-mr8xs]

I have a namwa plant with bananas how can I speed up the growth ?

[@ciarawebster5201]

Fantastic video. Thank you so much.

[@adelawilliam2101]

Sir thank you for your nice lecture about banana plants, but my problem is very expensive that kinds of organic fertilizers,

[@spendleton360]

Charles, another fantastic video as always! I love your banana harvest videos in particular. I have also really enjoyed the videos you've made recently of you touring other peoples' gardens. It's fascinating to see how everyone gardens in different ways. Suggestion: I know you've featured Tom Spellman many times before on your channel. I wonder if you could do a tour of his property. I bet he's growing a bunch of awesome stuff.

[@IVOrganic]

Hello Spencer Pendleton! Because of you, I just sent a message out to one of Tom Spellman's friends to arrange a meeting for us... something I have wished doing for YEARS!!! A tour of his home garden would be A-M-A-Z-I-N-G!!!! If all goes well, within 30-60 days, there will be a publication of our collaboration here! Fingers crossed! Thank you for sharing (and motivating me) on that GREAT suggestion!!! Have a GREAT weekend! Charles :-)

[@spendleton360]

@@IVOrganic Awesome! That's so great to hear. You're welcome, lol. Hope to see it soon.

[@IVOrganic]

@@spendleton360 Good afternoon Spencer! I just wanted to thank you again for the 'push!' I have two meetings scheduled with Tom Spellman-- later this month in Irvine; and next month at the Dave Wilson Nursery!!! FYI: He prefers to keep his home garden private, which is understandable! :-) Wishing you a GREAT week!!! Charles :-)

[@spendleton360]

@@IVOrganic Darn, but I totally get it. I'm so excited to hear about the two meetings coming up! Thank you so much for updating me. Have a great rest of your day!

[@TheBusyGardener]

So glad to hear you got some times set up with Tom! I just found a blue java at Home depot, and can’t wait to get it in the ground... now to find a place for it, lol

[@seabert2070]

Subbed and going to nursery tomarow.

[@phoggee]

feather meal?? How are they obtained?

[@petesimpson7280]

You can boil the green in the skin for 20-30 minutes, peel and eat as a starch. You can mash the boiled green bananas with butter like potatoes. Yummy 😋

[@foreverandaday8185]

Where did you get your Gold Finger banana plant? I'm looking to get one

[@cherryblossomprincess9985]

Sir where can we buy all those fertilizer you dhone can we buy that in Walmart or Canadian Tire Sto re ?

[@WatUFakaAiNoSkedU]

I live in Hawaii where there are strick agricultural laws. How can I get the Java bananas here?

[@winterwolf2012]

After you cat the crown to about 6", will it grow back?

[@christiensgarden3325]

What size pot is the sucker in?

[@paulgonzari9690]

Once the the parent stock dries out do you dig it up?

[@adelawilliam2101]

Is that banana can grow in basin only? More expensive is that organic fertilizer

[@jillellis62]

I’ve seen where bugs will burrow into that cut off section- so many choose to cut out the very center of your cut section, so that water will collect there & prevent bugs from getting into that plant & hence ruining it.

[@IVOrganic]

Thanks for your feedback Jill! Charles 🌱👍

[@rodneyperez988]

Do they still sell the plus+ ?

[@multipolarbear]

very nice Charles, informative as always. Should I keep my banana transplant in shade? I have it in direct sun right now.

[@IVOrganic]

Good morning David! If your banana plant is doing well in the full sun, keep it there. The only reason for some shade would be: (1) transitioning the plant from indoors, to outdoors, (2) new transplants to reduce risk of desiccation... among some other reasons. Let me know if you have any other questions? Wishing you a Happy Fathers' Day Weekend!!! Charles :-)

[@TylerDurden404]

should an already fruited banana plant be removed immediately once you have removed the fruit rather than cutting to different length parts?

[@nancyl67]

after transplanting banana tree you keep indoor or outdoor

[@sarahmurray687]

Where can l get this type to buy?

[@eastcoastnews9529]

Have y’all tried banana coleslaw???? Don’t waist it. U can do kimshy style

[@kelly-annarroyo5533]

I have a bunch of Plantain trees in Puerto Rico.. we don't live there so we really can't maintain them. I've notice when we do go, our banana plants are slugged over (with banana's on them) or have fallen.. When they slug over we have to prop it up with some wood. Can you tell me why they are slugging over and how can we prevent them from doing so..

[@adelawilliam2101]

Can I plants banana in basin?

[@darcyhealy3617]

Not sure how to find or purchase these plants. I'm in Ontario Canada so can I get information on where to purchase these ice cream banana plants!!??

[@massageislifeinternational5835]

Gave a like for the product alone once the ingredients were read. Beats the amendment of rock dust. Wondering how I could get a sample to show people why to use it. What is your grow zone and state IV ORGANICS?

[@Jasper-ye4gw]

Could you help me troubleshoot why I have so many banana trees but only get one or two stalks of bananas a year.

[@dannyworten5876]

To harvest a tall tree you should cut the stalk 6”above ground level, a little past half way through the base then grab the stalk as high as you can, then pull it towards you until it snaps and slowly walk it down gently laying it on the ground then, cut the bananas off and cut the tree into pieces while you and the tree are safely on firm ground

[@DWaller1978]

My banana tree is producing some bananas. I noticed tonight though that there several sugar ants on the stock and the fruit. Are they harmless? Should I try to remove them with some thing?

[@RickysFarmAndHatchery]

What's the name of the plants with the orange red flowers?

[@juliadawnyel4331]

How do you pollinate

[@AlliinNC]

Should I have multiple banana plants??

[@sarahmurray687]

I lives in MO, can l grow Banana in this zone?

[@I_M_Nonno]

Very timely video. I am splitting the pups off my dwarf banana plant. The mother never flowered. I've let 6 pups grow in the container and I think they have sucked all the life out of the mother. There is one old leaf still on the mother. My question: Will the mother come back or should I cut it all the way back?

[@IVOrganic]

Hello Gary Z! Glad you found this lesson helpful!!! I like the line: "I think the (pups) have sucked all the life out of the mother." Too many pups coming out of the crown does not equal more fruit (especially quality fruit). I edited out the weight segment on this video because this bunch (only) weighed 30 lbs. Upon reflection with your comment, I am convinced the banana bunch did not develop fully because of all suckers; at least 2 large pups, and several smaller ones. That may be my next lesson... To answer your question: If the mother plant does not rebound within the next 30 days (this warmer weather should result in at least 2 new leaves per month, or more), and you still have a sucker (or two) connected to the crown, I would consider removing the mother plant, and giving the pups a chance to develop 2x faster this growing season with all the resources off the crown. Of the 3 varieties I have growing, at least 2 of the 3 original plants were removed to give the healthier pups a chance to develop as the initial mother plant was too weak, diseased, and slow to develop. I hope this helps! Charles :-)

[@upkhalidazahid2510]

Nice video.Would like to know where online can I get the seeds of icecream banana. Thanks

[@IVOrganic]

@@upkhalidazahid2510 You can find banana seeds being sold on Amazon, Ebay, etc; however, Ice Cream Bananas, and most of the varieties you are familiar with are seedless and can only be propagated by cloning genetically identical plants from the parent plant by way of (1) removing pups/ suckers as we did in this lesson, or (2) tissue cultures. Let me know if you have any other questions. Charles :-)

[@SL-ur7vt]

Does banana regrow after produce banana?

[@adelawilliam2101]

How to grow Lakatan banana its so sensitive

[@charitykamau1320]

What zone are you. Quite impressive 👏. Your explanation very helpful

[@jillellis62]

You can grow banana plants up to 7a- but to protect them in a harsh winter, put hay around them to keep in heat as much as you can!

[@jillellis62]

So we’re growing them in Nc- check out The Millennial Gardener. He talks about the zones & he’s even growing all kinds of citrus trees & more you’d never think we can do. But in reality, many varieties are capable of handling a few days into the low teens or lower- but by using a heat lamp, plastic, and the hay, it can really assure your plants are okay. You’d also prob benefit to plant them where they’d get the most warmth during the day as long as the plant can handle that much sun

[@oliverbrown1804]

I have an issue. I grow the same banana varieties as you eg Musa manzano. I have them in a polytunnel which is 10 ft. I know they grow to about 15 ft. However i’m in the uk so,will they fruit at a lower height? Or will they go through the roof of my polytunnel? What should I do? Thanks

[@skillsunlimitedbyprescyg.t7503]

Thanks brod for sharing your knowledge. Direct frm the Philippines...

[@perrysplantspoultryandperm6255]

How often do you cut 50% of it back? once a week?

[@jessicaedolsa4943]

tanx

[@marshall_159]

What growing zone are you in? I am in zone 8b and it's my first year growing the Ice Cream Banana. It has put on a ton of growth this season but I am worried about winter and the amount of protection it will need.

[@IVOrganic]

Hello Marshall G! I'm in grow zone 10b with winters that shade that section of my garden for at least 3 solid months, from mid-November through mid-February. Only the top few feet of the plants that get sun-- and that keeps them healthy enough through the winters-- but significantly slows down the ripening & development period for fruiting (compared to if it had full sun). The sunniest parts of my garden are reserved for my many lemon trees! For tips on winterizing your banana, you can see some helpful tips adopting these lessons I taught on a fig tree: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rnrNeKVnjK96Y9k Let me know if you have any other questions! Charles :-)

[@benjaminbroudy2982]

Hello Charles! I recently got a small 1.5 footish goldfinger banana. What sized container should I grow it in since my soil is very hard clay? Also, when do you think it will fruit? I am in zone 10a

[@Preble93003]

I'm in 10A as well. Mine just seem to fruit when they are happy. There are 2 signs to look for. First the trees new leaves will stand upright rather the fall to the sides. Then you'll notice the tree begin to lean as it allows the heart (flower) to grow up the inside of the stalk. Finally a smaller kind of off color leaf will appear at the top followed by the flower.

[@benjaminbroudy2982]

@@Preble93003 Its funny your timing, just the other day it produced a slightly off colored leaf that is def much smaller than normal. I think it might just be a change in its environment sadly, since it is definitely not as tall as goldfingers get and it started getting much hotter recently where I live, and I just fertilized. Maybe it is though! That would be so cool if it was

[@joeshittheragman42]

When my banana plant starts to produce a bunch of bananas and starts getting heavy the main stem of the plant starts leaning over and frequently it just falls over. How do I keep them from falling over?

[@simonpaine2347]

Hi, it normally means that the ground below the plant is too hard and therefore the roots can't go down enough, or it's possibly too soft and can't get a good grip. Drainage is important so that the right consistency of soil is maintained. Also dont feed the plants too much in the centre, spread it around the plant base, so that the roots have to look for it. If all else fails then I just use wooden stakes with a wide enough Y to give the trunk support without damaging it. Good luck 👍🏽

[@allaboutthatbase4347]

Banana bread of course!

[@EthanMakes]

Oh yum I love bananas

[@josephinehong6902]

Mr Charles SIFU Can l ask u why my banana tree stem is thin ànd does not produce as much bananas as yours Humbly your student Josie

[@boeboe2924]

Do you ever have discounts on your fertilizers or free shipping?

[@IVOrganic]

Hello Boe Boe. For several years, we have consistently had sales in the months of November & December. There has been some talk about having a summer-time weekend sale (June 21 - 23rd), but nothing has been confirmed yet. You can check the website next weekend, and be sure to connect with us on the other social media sites for notices: Facebook, Instagram & Twitter. Charles :-)

[@boeboe2924]

IV Organic thank you!

[@IVOrganic]

It’s confirmed!!! Summer 3-Day Sale starts June 21st- 20% OFF everything & $5 FLAT shipping on entire order!!! Details going out tomorrow/ Thursday on KZbin, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, etc... 🤑👍

[@abishipp4186]

Cook ripe or green bananas. Eat like potato or in lieu of rice 7:56

[@elizabethantoine9652]

Hey! This video starts at 8:00 lists of unnecessary talking but after the noted start time there are some helpful tips

[@nygrlinnv]

Can the Ice Cream Banana grow in Zone 9a?

[@1215k]

Banana plant grows naturally. You don't need all the cermicals to grow it. Check the forest in south east asian country's. They grow wild without any help. Just water them when the earth is dry that all you need to do .

[@richardsydenham4105]

I see you are useing Acid ,do bananas prefure acid soil ? or what PH do they like

[@aj-qn7nm]

I’m not sure but I think they like slightly acidic soil maybe 6.7

[@josaliegutierrez612]

This is the most informative video on banana plants I’ve seen! I really appreciate all of the tips. I’ve been meaning to move a pup away from our fence. Have you transplanted a pup in ground right away or do you recommend potting it first for a few weeks?

[@kitteykat55]

Potting it first would probably benefit more as you want to minimize the stress of the tree as much as possible. An by keeping it potted, it's in a more controlled and regulated environment.

[@clancyhatch4910]

Slow fry them in butter till soft and brown. Hawaiian trear.

[@The_Menace_1]

what nursery did you get your banana trees from? I would like to grow a few of those

[@IVOrganic]

Hello The Menace. My bananas were purchased several years ago from Home Depot or Lowes; however, the smaller local nurseries have contacts with the growers and can special order, typically within 7-10 days, any varieties you are seeking. Keep me posted on your banana growing successes!!! Charles :-)

[@minhdailyharvesting]

can not believe my eyes 🌹🌹🌹🌹👍👍👍👍👍👍😁😁😁😁

[@georgebarrios1912]

Hi Charles!! What is the name of those beautiful orange flowers?? They appear to be some sort of vine...please respond!!😊

[@justbeachy2031]

I believe they are nasturtiums. The leaves and flowers are edible as well as the seed pods. You can get them in different colors. A girl like crazy here in California if you don't take care of them. I know for myself, I use them as sacrificial plant ( aphids usually go to them 1st) .They are very prolific.

[@multipolarbear]

I have trimmed all but 2 leaves in half.

[@IVOrganic]

Once the plant is established & growing, no need to prune any more leaves in half. Keep me posted on your banana growing successes!!! Charles :-)

[@robbiexiong3508]

When you break off the sucker pups, isn't that same as cutting the mother stock all the way down. I mean it's all touching soil