Tag Archives: Blood Banana
Banana ‘Musa Acuminata var. Zebrina’ – The Striking Blood Banana
Grown in Te Puke, Bay of Plenty, NZ, the Banana Musa Acuminata var. Zebrina, popularly known as the Striking Blood Banana, has captivated plant enthusiasts with its vibrant foliage and unique appearance. Its striking red and green speckled leaves add a dramatic flair to any garden or indoor space, m...
Going troppo with bananas
Banana Dreams: Cultivating Tropical Beauty in Winter
You might be wondering why I have bananas on my mind in the midst of winter. Well, after five days of relentless rain, I’m yearning for something to lift my spirits and make me feel a bit more tropical. 🌴
Bananas have always fascinated me, alt...
Whanganui’s Banana Bonanza: Going Tropical in Style!
Whanganui Goes Bananas: From Backyard Wonders to Fruity Feasts!
Back in 2014, Steve Clotworthy’s 10-year-old banana tree in Aramoho made headlines when it fruited for the very first time. Today, bananas popping up in Whanganui backyards are hardly news. 🌴
Gareth Carter of Springvale Nurseries ex...
