Musa 'Kofi'

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: 7-8

Type: Dessert/Cooking

Hardiness: Zone 9

Major Pests: Borers, grasshoppers, and root nematodes

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

Origin: Papau New Guinea

. Sets 8-9 hands of fruit. Shorter variety, but very robust. Good suckered with strong fleshed bananas. The flower is cream with an orange tip. Low susceptibility to yellow Sigatoka.

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