Growing Instruction
Fertilize monthly a short distance from the trunk. Use store-bought fertilizer, compost, manure, or a mixture of these. Add fertilizer immediately after planting in an even ring around the banana plant and repeat at monthly intervals.
Young plants require 0.25–0.5 lbs each month, rising to 1.5–2 lbs for an adult plant. Increase gradually as your plant grows.
If the temperature falls below 14ºC(57ºF) or if the banana plant hasn't grown since last month, skip the fertilization.
Bananas require very high amounts of Potassium, but the other nutrients are important as well. You can use a balanced fertilizer (three numbers roughly equal) or a fertilizer that addresses deficiencies in your soil.
Do not use manure produced in the last few weeks, as the heat it releases while decomposing can damage the plant.
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