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Dwarf Nam Wah Banana
TropicalMusa acuminata 'Dwarf Nam Wah'
- Partial sun
- Zones 10–11
- 270 days to maturity
- Flowers
- 72" spacing
- High water
- pH 5.5–7
Overview
A compact Thai banana variety perfect for container growing and small spaces, producing sweet, creamy fruits that are excellent both fresh and cooked. This cold-hardy dwarf cultivar is incredibly productive and can fruit in as little as 9 months, making it ideal for impatient home gardeners.
Planting
Plant tissue culture plants or pups in spring. Protect from cold winds and frost.
Growing
Sun: partial. Water: high. Soil pH: 5.5–7. Space plants 72" apart. Germination: 21-30 (from pups/suckers).
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Nematodes, aphids, spider mites, thrips. Common diseases: Black sigatoka, Panama disease, crown rot.