Banana Seeds

This banana (Musa) is sold for its small golden-yellow fruit, about 8–10 cm long, on a plant 2–3 m tall. It needs warmth (20–35 °C) and no frost. Packets hold 20 or 50 seeds.

Also known as: Dwarf Banana, Miniature Banana, Golden Banana, Baby Banana, Lady Finger Banana.

Sowing

• Soak the seed for 24 hours.
• Sow in moist, well-drained soil and keep it at 24–29 °C.
• Germination can take 3–6 weeks; keep the soil moist the whole time.

Climate and site

Grow in a warm climate of about 20–35 °C and protect plants from frost. Give full sun and rich, well-drained soil with plenty of organic matter. Water regularly so the soil stays moist but not waterlogged.

What the plant becomes

A 2–3 m plant with broad green leaves that suits smaller spaces and patios. The fruits grow in clusters, about 8–10 cm long, with thin golden-yellow skin and soft flesh. Plants grown from seed can vary from the parent plants.

What you get

A packet of 20 or 50 banana seeds, depending on the option you choose. We do not state a germination percentage for this lot.

FAQ

How is this different from our Dwarf banana small seeds?

This banana grows 2–3 m with fruit about 8–10 cm long; the dwarf banana grows 1.5–2.5 m and fruit 10–15 cm.

Why is germination slow?

Banana seed can take 3–6 weeks even at 24–29 °C; cool soil slows it further.