Planted Caven in the ground

Took my SDC out of the pot and put in the ground. It is now to big for the house and the corm and stalk will have a better chance of not freezing over the wither if it is in the ground rather than in a pot. I also am placing a PVC greenhouse over it. I fully expect the leaves will not survive the freezes but I do hope at least the thicker part of the stalk will survive for a quicker recuperation next spring.

A new hole for Caven to live in.

Ready for a new home in the ground for better protection in the winter.

In its new home. Looking West

In its new home. Looking North.

In its new home looking North. Finally got his feet in the real earth.

In its new home looking South. Finally got his feet in the real earth.

In its new home looking North with its top up but southern exposure  for some sun. Will close during non banana like weather.

In its new home looking South. Will close my "circulation hole" before cold sets in.

My Plant Information:			Super Dwarf Cavendish
Lighting:			4 ft. 6 tube - T-5 6400k High output fluorescent
Light hours:			14 On - 10 Off
Grow More 16-8-24 Fruit Fuel			Premium Fruit Formula for application throughout the growing season. Contains full-spectrum of secondary and micro-nutrients utilized by fruiting plants. Provides plants with a steady dosage of potash for use during present cycle of fruit production or storage for next year's crop. Lower Nitrogen to Potassium ratio to discourage flower and fruit drop. Sufficient Phosphate level for excellent performance without over stimulating the plant to bloom out of season.
Soil:			Standard potting soil - Without water retainers
Container Pot:			21.4 gallon pot 22" avg. width, 13" deep - Setting on a water tank drip pan.
Pest Control:			Safer Insect Killing Soap, Diatomaceous earth
Walk in plant closet:			7' x 4'-6" - With curtain and a ceiling ventilation fan.
My Indoor Temps:			Low 60(Winter) - Average 65-75 - High 80(Summer)
Hardiness Zone:			8b North West Oregon Southern Willamette Valley, USA
Cavendish from Pup to Tree:			The growth of my Super Dwarf Cavendish from Pup to Tree in one quick post. If you only want a quick summation of his growth in just one quick blog post, here it is.
Paul's Banana Plantation Photo Album:			My rather large photo album of Cavendish for those with some time on there hands.