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Dwarf Banana Corm Rot and Pests

Rescuing a Container Banana from Root Rot

Banana has yellow/brown lower leaves, small flies in soil, powdery residue in crown center.

Diagnosis

Nick says corm rot from overwatering. Likely no drainage in pot. Repot with 2-inch pea stone base. Dry root system out. Advanced cases may be unsalvageable.

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