Generally, banana tree harvesting can commence when the fruit on the upper hands are changing from dark green to a light greenish yellow and the fruit is plump. Banana stalks take 75-80 days from flower production to mature fruit. A moisture retaining, soil that is rich in humus and compost. Soil should be on the acidic side with a pH of 5.5 to 7. Adding peat moss can help to lower soil pH. Soil must be well draining. Including perlite, sand, or other well-draining soil component into your soil mixture is a great help to your banana plants. Our love for the banana fruit has actually led many people to grow their own banana trees. Optimal banana tree care requires moist, fertile soil and 8 – 12 hours per day of sun. Apply 6-2-12 fertilizer; higher nitrogen is needed for optimal fruit production. Water weekly, ensuring good drainage to protect root rot. The Banana Tree is a type of fruit tree. The sapling can be purchased at the Island Trader for 5 Dragon Teeth, found in a Golden Coconut when broken, or as a reward from Large Animal collection in Island Field Office. It takes 28 days to grow to maturity, after which it will produce one Banana each day during the Summer in Stardew Valley or year-round on Ginger Island. It can only grow in the Goldfinger banana tree flowering and fruiting, with a large reddish-purple flower bud hanging below the hands of green, unripe bananas. Bananas may take 2 to 3 years before they produce their first fruit. If winters are far too cold, they will usually skip fruit production in spring-summer, and fruit in the next year instead. When bananas are Shade: Banana plants are reported to be moderately shade tolerant (up to 50%). However, shading delays plant and fruit growth and development. In more subtropical areas like Florida, full or near-full sun is recommended for best production. Excessively shaded plants are stunted and produce small, poor quality fruit. To grow an Ice Cream Banana Tree indoors, choose a large pot with drainage holes and use a well-draining soil mix. Place the pot in a sunny location, preferably near a south-facing window. Water regularly but avoid waterlogging. Maintain indoor temperatures between 67-80°F and fertilize monthly with a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer. Either way, keep your bananas at room temperature while they ripen on the hook. 3. Buy Green Bananas. The easiest way to prolong your bananas’ shelf life is to buy the greenest bananas you can find. They’re picked while still green, then slowly ripen over time to reach that bright yellow we love. Ensete ventricosum 'Maurelli': Abyssinian or Red-leaf Banana. Nothing says unique like the Red-leaf Banana. Huge long leaves are lush green with vibrant red reverse, midrib and accents. Growth is very fast! If conditions are right, it can grow up to 20 feet! Big leaves can be tattered in high winds, so wind protection is important. How Long Will Banana Plants Typically Live? Banana plant corms can live for up to 15 years, but they will produce numerous pseudostems throughout their lives. Each pseudostem will live for 1-3 years, so your plant will appear to be dying and producing new growth throughout its life. Are Banana Plants Toxic to Humans and/or Pets? No. elhI.