Banana
Log in to view pricesThis distinctive banana tree features large tropical foliage and produces bunches of flavorful bananas that will grow to 5″- 8″ long. Once mature, the tree can reach a height of 8′-10′ and spread of 6′-8′. With the plant’s broad, shiny green leaves, and yellowish green bark, you’ll feel like you’re in a tropical paradise.
Variety:
- Dwarf Cavendish (Zones 9-11)
Care Instructions
With plenty of space, ample sunshine, and rich, well-drained soil, you can enjoy the beauty of a banana tree in your yard during your area’s growing season year-after-year. To grow a banana plant successfully you must provide generous amounts of organic matter, potassium and nitrogen, constant warmth and moisture, consistent humidity, and dark, fertile soil. If you live in a cooler climate, plant these warm-weather plants in containers so that you can move them indoors before freezing temperatures arrive.
Recipe
Banana Recipe
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Banana Bread
Ingredients:
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 cup brown sugar
2 1/3 cups mashed overripe bananas
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 eggs
1/2 cup butter
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
2. In a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda + salt
3. In a separate bowl, mix butter + brown sugar. Stir in eggs + bananas until well blended.
4. Stir banana mixture into flour mixture; stir just to moisten. Pour batter into loaf pan.
5. Bake for 60-65 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean.
