The right temperature in summer
Basically, the temperature should be around 20 ° C. 15 ° C is the minimum during the summer months. The suitable temperature of course also depends on the variety of your banana tree. Tropical plants like it a little warmer all year round, others are content with a somewhat cooler environment. If your banana plant feels good, then it is not very susceptible to Diseases or Pests.
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Can my banana plant go outside?
Your banana plant can spend the summer outside in the garden or on the balcony, provided it is warm enough there. A cold, wet, typically northern German summer is not particularly well tolerated for many types of banana. After the ice saints in May, slowly get your banana plant used to the fresh air and sunlight.
To start with, it is sufficient to place the plant in a partially shaded and sheltered place for a few hours. Later she can stay outside overnight. In autumn, remember in good time to bring your banana plant back into the apartment / house before the first night frosts come. Otherwise she'll quickly let them go
leaves hanging.The ideal temperature in winter
You can definitely add a tropical banana tree to your living room overwinter, she is used to constant warmth. Other species prefer a cooler winter quarters, where they move away from theirs quite quickly growth can recover. As a rule, it should only be frost-free in winter quarters hardy Varieties tolerate temperatures down to - 10 ° C.
The essentials in brief:
- ideal temperature: approx. 20 ° C
- Minimum temperature: 15 ° C
- bright location, but no blazing summer / midday sun
- protect from drafts and strong winds
- ideal humidity: at least 50%
Tips
A summer on the balcony or in the garden makes your banana plant more resilient and contributes to its well-being.