Banana ‘Manzano’ (Apple Banana) – 10" pot (24–48")

10" pot (24–48")

10" (24–48") pot

< h1>🍌 'Manzano' Banana (Apple Banana) – Apple flavor, exquisite dessert</h1>

< p>< strong>'Manzano'</strong>, also called < em> Apple Banana</em>, is renowned for its < strong> short and squat</strong> fruits
< strong> sweet and aromatic flesh</strong> with a characteristic < strong> apple</strong> note. In pots or greenhouses, it offers a
Compact tropical look and generous production in warm and sunny conditions.

< h3> Strengths</h3>
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< li>< strong> Unique taste</strong>: Sweet bananas with an apple aroma, perfect for dessert.</li>
< li>< strong> Versatile</strong>: delicious < strong> fresh when ripe</strong>; < strong> fried/boiled</strong> when green.</li>
< li>< strong> Manageable growth habit</strong>: ideal for growing in pots, on balconies, terraces, or in greenhouses.</li>
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< h3> Quick Guide</h3>
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< li>< strong> Mature height (pots or greenhouses):</strong> ~2–3.5 m (6.5–11.5 ft) depending on pot size.</li>
< li>< strong> Light:</strong> Full sun to very bright (6–8 h+).</li>
< li>< strong> Ideal temperature:</strong> 20–32°C; avoid < 10°C (bring indoors before any frost).</li>
< li>< strong> Watering:</strong> regularly; allow the top of the substrate to dry slightly between waterings.</li>
< li>< strong> Substrate:</strong> aerated potting soil + perlite/coco; < strong> excellent drainage</strong>.</li>
< li>< strong> Fertilizer:</strong> During active growth, use a rich formulation (e. g., 20-8-20) every 1–2 weeks.</li>
< li>< strong> Fruiting:</strong> possible in ~12–18 months with warmth, light, and a large container.</li>
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< h3> Tips</h3>
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< li> Choose a < strong> large, well-draining pot</strong>; repot as needed to support growth.</li>
< li> Shelter from strong winds to limit leaf tearing.</li>
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< p style="font-size:0.95em; color:#444">< em> Note:</em> The "apple" flavor is more pronounced when fully ripe; the speed of
Fruit production depends on heat, light, and pot size.