Let’s Grow Bananas

Sat Nov 01 2025 at 03:00 am to 04:00 am UTC+13:00

Magnolia Grove, 6 Mahoetahi Road, Waitara, 4382 | New Plymouth

Centuria Taranaki Garden Festival
Publisher/HostCenturia Taranaki Garden Festival
Let\u2019s Grow Bananas
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A workshop with Vance Hooper – Mitre 10 Garden Speaker Series
Bananas have been growing in New Zealand for more than 100 years – now it’s time to learn how you can add a taste of the tropics to your own garden.
Historically, growing bananas has been dependent on limited microclimates, but with careful variety selections and a few key cultural factors, the fruit – botanically a berry – can be grown more widely.
Vance will share tips on banana propagation, establishment and ongoing garden culture to get the best out of these fresh-and-fruity jungle beauties.
You can see various stages of banana growth throughout the garden and orchard at Magnolia Grove.

FREE EVENT - usual garden fee applies (one ticket).
Bookings are essential, maximum 25 people per session. Please email [email protected] to reserve your space.
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Magnolia Grove, 6 Mahoetahi Road, Waitara, 4382, 6 Mahoetahi Rd, Sentry Hill, New Plymouth 4382, New Zealand, New Plymouth

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