Growing Bananas in Personal Grounds: Elke Müller's Approach to Perennial Banana Cultivation
German Woman's Unusual Garden Attraction: A Thriving Banana Plant
In the heart of Stutensee, a small town in the Karlsruhe district of Germany, a remarkable sight can be found in Elke Müller's garden. Standing tall and lush, a banana plant stretches towards the sky, its elongated fruits dangling from its branches.
This unusual garden addition is a testament to Elke Müller's green thumb and her dedication to gardening. Six years ago, Elke stumbled upon a banana plant on a dump, and since then, she has nurtured it into a thriving specimen.
The banana plant, significantly smaller than its counterparts from southerly regions, has become a beloved part of Elke's garden. She waters it frequently, ensuring its slow growth continues, and prunes it to about one meter before winterizing. Last year, for the first time, the plant bore edible fruit.
Elke's banana plant is not the only attraction in her garden. Fruit trees, charming details, and figurines adorn the space, creating a picturesque landscape. A little house for hedgehogs and tortoises adds a whimsical touch.
Elke's husband and she have distributed offshoots of the banana plant throughout Stafford, Stutensee, Linkenheim, and Karlsruhe, sharing their unique find with others. Another resident of Stutensee-Staffort, Ulrich Bönsch, has also successfully cared for a banana tree in the area.
Interestingly, Elke claims the taste of her banana plant's fruit is indistinguishable from typical bananas. The plant seems to feel very comfortable in Stutensee, growing larger than most plants grown by others, according to Elke.
As autumn approaches, Elke will winterize her banana plant. Once all its leaves have turned brown, she will cover it with bubble wrap and fleece, keeping it cozy until spring. She adds straw and some leaves for extra insulation.
Elke's garden is a piece of her family's history, as it belongs to the parental home she inherited. Many items in the garden, such as figurines and decorations, are from her or her husband's grandmothers.
Despite the entertainment provided by her banana plant, Elke does not own a TV. She prefers the tranquility of her garden, finding solace and purpose in the act of gardening. As she says, it makes a big difference when she would otherwise be sitting all day.
In the coming months, Elke's banana plant will remain its current size, growing no larger until spring. But for now, it stands tall and green, a testament to Elke's dedication and the plant's resilience.
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