Rajapuri Banana

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India

Rajapuri originated in India and became notable specifically for unusual cold tolerance among dessert banana varieties, making it one of relatively few options that home growers in marginal, borderline-too-cold banana climates can realistically attempt to fruit rather than grow purely as ornamental foliage.

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Growing & Care

Hardiness zone

USDA Zones 7-11

Pollination

Self-fertile.

Care info

More cold-tolerant than most dessert bananas, a good choice for borderline banana climates.

Recommendations

Consider this specifically if you are in a marginal zone where standard Cavendish struggles.

Flavor Profile

Sweet, good classic banana flavor

Quick facts

Skin color

Yellow

Size

Medium

Hardiness zone

USDA Zones 7-11

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