Puerto Rican Dwarf Plantain Banana Tree 109-Going Bananas 12-18 inches & 1-gal

Puerto Rican Dwarf Plantain Banana Tree

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  • Healthy tree ready for planting or container growing
  • Multiple size options to match your preference
  • Money-back coverage and secure packaging
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Size (Measurement Includes Container)
Pick the size that fits your goal
Smaller Sizes (1 gal)

Starting size and the lowest upfront commitment. ~6 months old tree.

Medium Sizes (3 gal)

Medium option with a strong balance of size and value. ~1 year old tree.

Larger Sizes (7+ gal)

Largest available size for shipping and the most immediate visual impact. ~2year old tree.

Largest Size (15 gal)

Usually starting to produce fruit. ~3 year old tree. Available for pickup only.

183 in stock

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Florida-grown tropical fruit trees
50+ years combined growing experience
Grafted varieties for earlier fruit
Homestead, FL nursery
What arrives at your door
  • A live tree in the size you selected
  • Nursery container with fertilizer-enriched growing media
  • Protective packaging designed to keep the root ball stable in transit
  • After-delivery support if you have questions once it arrives
Care snapshot
  • Growth: Fast
  • Light: Full sun to partial shade.
  • Mature height: 10–15 ft
  • Mature width: 6–8 ft
  • Lifespan: 15–20 years
Full product details

Introducing the 'Dwarf Puerto Rican' Plantain Banana Tree – Taste the Tropical Goodness!

Experience the exceptional qualities of the Puerto Rican Dwarf Plantain Banana Tree, a masterpiece of nature cultivated at Everglades Farms. Here's why this unique banana tree deserves a special place in your garden:

  • Exceptional Plantain Variety: Unlike most plantains that grow tall, the 'Dwarf Puerto Rican' stands out as a delightful exception. It brings the enticing flavors of Puerto Rican cuisine right to your backyard.

  • High-Quality Plantains: Elevate your culinary adventures with the excellent production of high-quality plantains. The 'Dwarf Puerto Rican' is renowned for its exceptional taste and cooking versatility, making it a must-have for any tropical fruit enthusiast.

  • Resistant to Panama Disease: Rest easy knowing that your 'Dwarf Puerto Rican' plantain tree is resistant to Panama Disease, ensuring its longevity and robust health.

  • Perfectly Proportioned: Delight in the sight of abundant fruit as the 'Dwarf Puerto Rican' boasts slightly larger heads of fruit, bearing seven to nine hands of delectable plantains. The shorter, sturdier trunks not only enhance its aesthetics but also offer superior wind resistance, preventing unfortunate toppling due to fruit weight.

  • Homestead's Subtropical Gift: Grown in the heart of Florida's subtropical climate at our plant nursery in Homestead, the 'Dwarf Puerto Rican' benefits from the ideal weather conditions to flourish and produce the finest plantains.

  • Nurtured for Optimal Growth: Our 'Dwarf Puerto Rican' Plantain Banana Tree thrives in a 2-Gal plastic container, with an average age of 6-12 months. It comes with the added advantage of premium slow-release 8-3-9 granular fertilizer, ensuring a strong start and sustained growth.

  • Ready to Elevate Your Garden: With an approximate height of 2-3 feet (including the container), the 'Dwarf Puerto Rican' arrives at your doorstep ready to claim its place in your garden oasis.

Don't miss the chance to own a piece of Puerto Rican culinary tradition and tropical beauty. Order your 'Dwarf Puerto Rican' Plantain Banana Tree from Everglades Farms today and embark on a flavorful journey like no other.

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Key Features

The Puerto Rican Dwarf Plantain banana tree from Florida features compact growth, broad paddle-shaped leaves, fragrant large flowers, and produces small, sweet, and creamy fruit.

Special considerations

The Puerto Rican dwarf plantain banana tree requires well-drained soil, regular watering, and protection from frost, necessitating special care and warm, humid conditions.

Growing and Care Instructions

Puerto Rican Dwarf Plantain requires well-draining soil with regular watering, full sun exposure, tolerates temperatures between 60-95°F, benefits from balanced fertilizer every 6-8 weeks, and should be pruned to remove dead leaves and promote airflow.

  • Fertilizing

    Fertilize every 6-8 weeks during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.

  • Watering

    Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

  • Light Requirements

    Full sun to partial shade.

Type Fruit-bearing
Lifespan 15–20 years
Growth Fast
Max Height 10–15 ft
Max Width 6–8 ft
USDA Growing Zone 9-11 map showing suitable planting regions

10-11 Container / 9-11 Outdoors

★★★★★
11/07/2025
Mark R. Verified

Healthy, full, and worth recommending

I have filled my greenhouse with many kinds of tropical fruit trees over the years.

The trees I received from Everglades Farm were the healthiest, fullest, and best packed I have seen. They arrived with beautiful green leaves, strong branching, and much better packaging than other vendors I have tried.

I highly recommend Everglades Farm and was very impressed with the nursery.

Thank you so much!

Mark R.