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NEW VIDEO:
How to get variegated vanilla bananas.
Discovering natural banana with seeds

Variegated Banana video

with Fermin Garcia

We got a variegated banana from Thailand, planted it at our farm and started fertilizing with our famous Sunshine Rubusta (featured in our earlier blog: Sunshine Boosters Winter Use - The magic fertilizer in action.

In just a few months, it grew into a massive banana tree - one of the largest we've ever seen! Soon, a flower spike appeared, followed by variegated bananas. As they ripened, they turned yellow and developed a sweet vanilla flavor, with seeds! These are natural bananas, not modified. In today's video, we’re showing how we harvested the fruit, tasted it, and discovered the seeds...

We’ve named this banana Fermin's Vanilla Delight Banana (Musa x paradisiaca). Fermin planted the seeds and we hope to have these plants soon. Add item 6379 to your wishlist and be the first to know when they're ready!

Variegated Banana video

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Use Sunshine Robusta magic fertilizer to have your bananas (and everything else) grow like crazy! It is safe to use all Sunshine Boosters year around with every watering.

Sunshine Rubusta and C-Cibus with bananas

Check out different banana varieties we have at TopTropicals - delivered to your door!

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Everything is accomplished

Everything is accomplished
🐈🐈🐈 Everything is accomplished

"Nature does not hurry, yet everything is accomplished." - Lao Tzu

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All borders eventually end

🌚 All borders eventually end...

🎥 Niki (a.k.a "IDF Security") is explaining to Bob (a.k.a. HAMAS) where the borders of his authority end. In plain language.

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When is the season for the Bleeding Hearts

💔 When is the season for the Bleeding Hearts

  • ❣️ Bleeding Heart Vine (Clerodendrum thomsoniae) is named for its red and white flowers that look like dangling hearts.

  • ❣️ Native to tropical West Africa, this climber thrives in bright light and can be grown as a houseplant or trained on a trellis.

  • ❣️ It shows off its most spectacular blooms in winter, but with enough light, it'll happily flower year-round.


📚 More about Clerodendrums in previous posts:

🛒Get your own Bleeding Heart

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Do you need a hug?

Do you need a hug?
❤️ Do you need a hug?

"A hug is like a boomerang: you get it back right away." - Bil Keane

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🥇 What is your favorite Guava fruit for eating fresh?

💛 The sweetest and the most flavorful Cattley Guava variety is Hawaiian Gold (Yellow Pineapple Guava) - Psidium littorale var. Lucidum. This one is our favorite for eating out of hand!

📚 Learn more from previous posts:
Top 10 fast-fruiting trees: #2. Cattley and Tropical guava
How to always have lots of Guava Juice

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Guilty as charged

Guilty as charged Guilty as charged
🔥 Guilty as charged...

📸 Jacque is working on covering the evidence.

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What are the Condo Mangos?

What are the Condo Mangos?
🥭 What are the Condo Mangos? A Practical Guide.

  • 🟠 What Are Condo Mangos?

    • Condo Mangos, also known as dwarf mango trees, are perfect for small spaces. These trees can be grown in containers, making them ideal for balconies, greenhouses, or small suburban backyards. With proper care, they can be maintained at a manageable height of 6–10 feet through regular pruning. Some plant enthusiasts even manage growing Mango tree as an indoor plant!

  • 🟠 The term “Condo Mango”

“Condo Mango” refers to mango varieties that thrive in containers and are small by nature, allowing them to be easily kept even smaller with selective pruning.

  • 🟠 Size and Growth

    • Unlike traditional mango trees, Condo Mangos are compact. They naturally grow to around 6-10 feet, but with proper pruning, they can be kept small, making them an excellent choice for limited space.

  • 🟠 Growing in Containers

· Condo Mango trees thrive in pots and containers.
  • · A 15-20 gallon pot is ideal to give the roots enough room to grow.
  • · Ensure your container has drainage holes to prevent root rot.

  • 🟠 Planting Tips

· Plant Condo Mangos in full sun, where they’ll get plenty of heat and light.
  • · Use well-draining soil for optimal growth.
  • · Fertilizer regularly with quality plant food. Out best choice is Sunshine Mango Tango for edibles.
  • · Late Winter to early Spring is the best time to plant in containers, before the rainy season starts.
  • · Mangoes grow well in USDA zones 9-10, but if you live in cooler climates, you can grow them indoors or in a greenhouse, as long as you meet their heat and light needs.


🟠 Pruning and Maintenance
  • · Prune Condo Mango trees once a year to keep them at the desired height (6–10 feet), right after harvesting (late Summer to Fall)
  • · Trim the tips of the branches to maintain a compact shape and encourage healthy growth.
  • · Regular pruning will help keep the tree manageable and ensure better fruit production.

  • 📝 See most popular Condo Mango varieties in the next post 👇


🛒 Shop Condo Mango

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#Food_Forest #Mango

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Condo (Dwarf) Mango Practical Guide:
What varieties are good for container culture
or small yards

Condo dwarf mango with fruit

Q: "Our winters are too cold for a mango tree, but I'd like to grow one in a pot so I can bring it inside during cold nights. Which varieties do you recommend for container gardening? I've heard of Condo Mango - do you carry them?"

A: Yes, we always carry Condo Mango varieties: they are a fantastic choice for gardeners with limited space or in cooler climates. They grow well in containers and can be easily maintained through pruning. Whether you're growing them on a balcony, in a greenhouse, or in a backyard, Condo Mangos provide the perfect mix of beauty and practicality.

What Are Condo Mangos?

Condo Mangos, also known as dwarf mango trees, are perfect for small spaces. These trees can be grown in containers, making them ideal for balconies, greenhouses, or small suburban backyards. With proper care, they can be maintained at a manageable height of 6-10 feet through regular pruning. Some plant enthusiasts even manage growing Mango tree as an indoor plant!

The term Condo Mango

Condo Mango refers to mango varieties that thrive in containers and are small by nature, allowing them to be easily kept even smaller with selective pruning.

Size and Growth

Unlike traditional mango trees, Condo Mangos are compact. They naturally grow to around 6-10 feet, but with proper pruning, they can be kept small, making them an excellent choice for limited space.

Growing in Containers

- Condo Mango trees thrive in pots and containers.
- A 15-20 gallon pot is ideal to give the roots enough room to grow.
- Ensure your container has drainage holes to prevent root rot.

Planting Tips

- Plant Condo Mangos in full sun, where they'll get plenty of heat and light.
- Use well-draining soil for optimal growth.
- Fertilizer regularly with quality plant food. Out best choice is Sunshine Mango Tango for edibles. - Late Winter to early Spring is the best time to plant in containers, before the rainy season starts.
- Mangoes grow well in USDA zones 9-10, but if you live in cooler climates, you can grow them indoors or in a greenhouse, as long as you meet their heat and light needs.

Pruning and Maintenance

- Prune Condo Mango trees once a year to keep them at the desired height (6-10 feet), right after harvesting (late Summer to Fall)
- Trim the tips of the branches to maintain a compact shape and encourage healthy growth.
- Regular pruning will help keep the tree manageable and ensure better fruit production.

Learn more: Find out what are Top 10 Dwarf Condo Mango - great for container culture.

Shop Condo Mango

Condo dwarf mango with fruit

Learn more about Condo Varieties

Condo dwarf mango with fruit