Dwarf Nam Wah Banana

The Dwarf Nam Wah is a compact, powerhouse banana cultivar prized for its exceptionally sweet, dense fruit and vigorous growth. Originally from Thailand and widely grown across Southeast Asia, this variety produces fat, plump bananas with a creamy texture and rich flavor — often described as more intense than supermarket varieties.

It’s fast-growing, wind-tolerant, and ideal for both backyard growers and boutique farms looking to harvest premium bananas in a smaller space.

🌿 Plant Growth

• Reaches 8–10 ft tall — ideal for in-ground or large container growing

• Upright, sturdy structure with broad leaves and thick pseudostem

• Wind-resistant and strong, with great performance in open fields

• Begins fruiting within 12–18 months in warm conditions

• Thrives in full sun and organically rich, well-drained soil

🍌 Fruit Description

• Short, thick bananas with firm, creamy flesh

• Sweeter and denser than Dwarf Cavendish

• Flavor notes: banana bread, honey, and light vanilla

• Excellent fresh, frozen, grilled, or dried

• Bunches can yield 30–50 lbs of fruit per stalk

❄️ Cold Tolerance

• USDA Zones 9b–11

• Can survive down to low 30s°F with protection

• Regrows vigorously from the base after cold damage

📅 Harvest Season

• Fruiting begins 12–18 months from planting

• Fruit matures 3–4 months after flowering

• Reliable producer in subtropical and tropical climates

💼 Ideal For

• Backyard food forests, edible landscapes, rare fruit collectors

• High-flavor banana sales, farmer’s markets, smoothie shops

• CSA and homestead operations looking for compact but productive cultivars

• Landscapers needing a tropical look with functional yield

🔒 Zill High Performance Notes

Our Dwarf Nam Wah plants are grown from field-hardened pups, not tissue culture, ensuring strong roots, fast recovery, and excellent performance in real South Florida conditions. A favorite for those who want a superior eating banana in a manageable size.