Never throw away this part of the banana: Here’s why it is valued at home

Bananas, with their sweet flavor and health benefits such as their high potassium content, are a favorite food in many households. Although you can taste the inside of the fruit, the peels, especially the hard ends, often end up in the trash. However, these discarded parts hold a surprising secret that can transform our approach to gardening.
Banana varieties:

Most people are used to the conventional yellow banana, but there are several types of bananas. Some have a hint of vanilla due to their ripening process, and others, like red bananas, lean towards the sweeter side. Despite these differences, all banana peels have inherent value that is being rediscovered by home gardeners.
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