Thousand Fingers
| Scientific Name | Musa (AAB Group) 'Thousand Fingers' |
|---|---|
| Mature Height | 10-14 feet |
| USDA Zones | 9-11 |
| Fruit | Yes — very small, sweet, thin-skinned |
| Cold Hardy | No |
| Type | Fruiting / Ornamental |
Thousand Fingers is named for the enormous bunches it produces — a single bunch can contain well over a hundred tiny bananas arranged in many hands. The fruit is very small (2 to 3 inches) but extremely sweet. The sheer spectacle of a full hanging bunch makes this variety a conversation starter in any garden.
Growing Conditions
Full sun, rich soil. Zones 9 through 11. Due to the weight of the bunches, the plant may need staking or support as fruit develops. See When to Harvest.
Propagation
Pup division. Moderate pup production.