Ice Cream Banana (Blue Java) - Musa
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Want a dessert you don't feel guilty about having for breakfast? The Ice Cream banana is the banana for you. Its creamy texture and vanilla flavor will remind you of your favorite frozen scoop without all the extra sugar and other additives. The Ice Cream banana is also known as "Blue Java" in many parts of the world because of the color of the fruit's skin.
• Average mature height: Up to 15 feet
• Fertilizer: N/P/K (Nitrogen/Phosphorus/Potassium) in a 3/1/6 ratio
• Light: Mostly sunny
• Soil: Good water-holding capacity. Don't allow it to dry out between waterings.
• Zones: 8-10
Plant Size
A baby plant, that is 3-8 inches tall, will arrive at your home in a 3-inch-deep pot. Then, raise your new baby to maturity under your caring, green thumb.
Questions or Problems?
We have shipped thousands of plants safely to their destinations; however, please send us a picture of your plant(s) within 48 hours of arrival if you have any questions or problems. We can then assess for our Live Delivery Guarantee.
Dead Leaves?
A few leaves may die during shipping. No fear! It's still healthy and will grow new leaves. Trim old growth and repot into a larger pot to encourage new growth.
Fertilizer
Make your banana trees happy with Wellspring Gardens' premium water-soluble Banana Fuel. Once a week, use a one-gallon watering can and the amount of fuel specified below. Your bananas will thank you.
• Indoor potted plants: 1/4 teaspoon
• Outdoor potted plants: 1/2 teaspoon
• Outdoor landscape plants: 1 teaspoon
Cold Weather Shipping
We don’t advise shipping in freezing temperatures. Please ensure temperature lows in your area aren't under 35℉ when you order. If they are that low, just email us and we will be happy to hold your order. Also, make sure to track your package closely and retrieve it as soon as it arrives. We insulate packages bound for cold destinations. We do not, however, use heat packs.
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- Plants range from 3-8 inches tall in 3-inch-deep pots
- Orders fulfilled within 1-2 business days
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- 30-day Arrive Alive Guarantee