Musa '1000 Fingers'

Growing Information

Temp: For best growth above 65°F is recommended. Wind tolerant

Light: Full sun to no less than 30% shade. Foliage growers should use 30%-60% shade.

Soil: Good water holding capacity is needed

Mature Height: 8-12’

Type: Dessert

Hardiness: Zone 8-10

Major Pests: Borers, grasshoppers, and root nematodes

Diseases: Panama disease and Black Sigatoka (a leaf spot disease)

Origin: NA

A most unusual banana, ‘1000 Fingers’ is a beautiful solid green plant that grows 8 to 10 feet tall and produces sweet 1 ½” tiny bananas too numerous to count. The stem of fruit can be as long a 8 feet. The fruit are seedless and sweet with a pleasant flavor.

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