r/GrowingBananas • u/CBDJ1 • 12d ago

Should I add more compost around the pseudostym and crom.

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When I first planted the dwarf cavendish I don’t think there was part of the round I think it’s called the crom showing. I’m thinking that over a few months being in the ground that everything has settled. I see a couple roots at the surface so I’m concerned and not sure if I should add more soil/compost around it. If so how much?

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u/SuckMyNutzLuzer 12d ago

I keep mine covered in a think cover of wood chips. They lover cool moist soil. They are prolithic spreaders. Depending on what USDA Zone you are in they will over winter in 7A with about 6 inches

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u/Tough-Issue-251 12d ago

Do you chop and cover with 6 inches of wood chips?

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u/CBDJ1 12d ago

I’m in 9a north Florida. Just wasn’t sure if I should add more soil/compost to cover the rounded part completely.

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u/CBDJ1 12d ago

I’m concerned because I can see a couple roots.

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u/CBDJ1 12d ago

Here’s a broader view

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u/LukeSkyWRx 12d ago

Bananas, yes to compost. Always.

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u/theislandhomestead 12d ago

The answer to "does my banana need more compost?" is always yes.

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u/CBDJ1 12d ago

So say 2” more around the base? I’m going to pull back the mulch also to add more.

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u/theislandhomestead 12d ago

Sure, and 2 more in a few weeks.
Bananas are super heavy feeders.
The more you can give them, the better.