Is the banana hardy?

Method 1:

The banana tree gets winter-proof packaging. To do this, a wire frame is attached around the trunk. A diameter of around 50 centimeters is ideal.

Then this is filled with leaves. Beech leaves are ideal for this, as they only rot and rot very slowly.

In the next step, a film is placed over all the leaves and the frame. For excellent results, it is necessary to ventilate on frost-free days. In this way, the internal temperature always remains constant. This procedure also avoids unfavorable condensation.

Method 2:

The entire perennial is sawn off just above the ground. A blanket of straw or leaves now follows.

In addition, polystyrene sheets with tarpaulins can be placed over them.

Important:

As soon as no more frosts have been announced, the tarpaulins must be removed.

Disadvantage:

• Perennials only grow up to 3 meters high in spring.
• No harvest in sight

Alternative: winter-proof with an electric warm air device

Hobby gardeners can continue to play it safe by using an electric warm air device. In winter temperatures from -6 degrees Celsius, this is used 2 to 3 times per night (15 minutes each).

Timers are suitable for regulating this regular heating. In addition, the plant benefits from guaranteed winter-proof quarters in its favorite location. Here, too, the top priority is to avoid condensation.

Hardy banana varieties:

• Musa Basjoo
• Musa sikimensis (Red Tiger)

Tips & Tricks

That Overwinter of banana trees seems laborious. Nevertheless, the effort is worth it. In the end, the banana is a delight as a meter-high specimen that also likes to bear fruit.