Hi, I was just wondering if anyone could tell me if I would be able to grow a dwarf Banana tree in Colorado as long as I grow it indoors. And if someone could give me some tips for growing it indoors. Thanks!

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Justin

You should be able to grow a dwarf banana tree indoors as long as you have somewhere to put it where it will get adequate light. I'm growing one indoors here in Canada. I have it sitting by a south-facing picture window and it is doing quite well.

Are you having to use any thing special? Like lights or humidifier. I was just wondering if I would need to get anything special. If you could let me know I would appreciate it. Thanks!

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Justin

I had it under plant lights when it was small, but I don't think that's really necessary. In fact, it probably gets more light from the window. I turn it every so often so a new side is facing the window to keep it growing evenly - like any houseplant. I'm not using any kind of humidifier - and this part of the country is quite dry. I keep the house at a temperature that is comfortable for me - the plant is ok with that. I use ordinary general-purpose fertilizer on it, water it with ordinary water, and have it growing in a plain plastic pot in a good-draining "soil" mixture that I got at Walmart. Nothing fancy

I've got one more question. Would I be able to use Cactus potting soil to plant it in? Or is there a better soil out there? Thanks for the above info spectrum!

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Justin