Pisang Awak (Ducasse) - A favorite dessert banana originating from SE Asia, produces large bunches of small, sweet bananas. This variety is relatively cool tolerant and a vigorus grower here in Gisborne, although good wind protection is recommended. Grows to 3-4m high
 
Growing bananas in NZ
Bananas grow great in Northern parts of NZ, particularly the lady finger varieties.  They thrive in warm, sheltered conditions and require plenty of compost, mulch and water.  They are considered heavy feeders, the more you feed and look after your bananas the more fruit you will get.  Bananas will form a clump in no time and it is important to keep on top of the clump to ensure good fruiting.  Ideally you want to keep your clump to 3-5 main stems.  Any extras can be removed and mulched back around the clump.  Although typically grown in the northen parts of NZ, we have customers who have created micro climates to successfully fruit bananas outdoors as far south as Christchurch.
 
 
XL Grade plants are potted in PB 18 (10L) and are available for pick up or special delivery only.  Please contact for delivery options.
 
 
Bulk Stems:
We can prove bulk stems for larger planting projects.  Please contact us for pricing and availability.