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Burro Banana Plant – Live Banana Tree – Sweet Tangy Fruit Plant – Orinoco Type Banana – Tropical Edible Garden Plant
Sale price
$84.00
Regular price
$145.00
Grow your own delicious tropical fruit with the Burro Banana Plant, a versatile variety known for its slightly tangy flavor, firm texture, and excellent cooking quality. This hardy, adaptable banana is perfect for both fresh eating and culinary use.
🌟 Why You’ll Love It:
- ✔️ Produces plump, angular bananas with unique flavor
- ✔️ Great for eating fresh or cooking (green or ripe)
- ✔️ More tolerant of cooler temps than many banana types
- ✔️ Fast-growing tropical plant
- ✔️ Ideal for home gardens or containers
📦 What You’ll Receive
- 1 live Burro Banana plant
- Healthy, rooted starter plant
- Size may vary (starter stage)
- Carefully packaged for safe delivery
🍌 Fruit & Flavor
- Taste: Mildly sweet with a slight lemony tang
- Texture: Firm when green, creamy when ripe
- Shape: Thick, angular fruit with minimal curve
- Excellent for:
- Fresh eating
- Frying or sautéing
- Smoothies & desserts
🌞 Growing Conditions
- Light: Full sun preferred (best fruit production)
- Water: Regular watering for optimal growth
- Soil: Well-draining, fertile soil
- Climate: Best in USDA Zones 8–11
- Can be grown in containers in cooler climates
❄️ Cold Tolerance
- More cold-tolerant than many banana varieties
- May withstand brief cool temperatures
- Protect from frost for best results
🌱 Growth & Size
- Fast-growing under warm conditions
- Can reach 10–15+ feet tall
- May require support when fruiting due to heavy bunches