Our expert guide on growing a banana plant, including different varieties, planting insights, fertilising and harvesting the bananas.

Hancock says, “For the most natural look, you can cut banana leaves back to the main stem once they start to look unsightly. If there’s just a bit of yellowing and it bothers you, you can also ...

This will remove the fishy smell. 4. Wash the banana leaves and cut the centre stem off 5. Lightly heat each leaf on the stove, as this will make the leaf soft and flexible, and it will not tear ...