I like the concrete supports, and thought about making my own but decided instead to try making them out of ABS pipe. Wood only lasts 4-5 years in my yard before rotting out or getting eaten by termites so that was out. I drew up a few designs, and settled on this one - 4" ABS main support with 1 1/2" top supports. In order for it to handle the weight (eventually) I cross drilled the top with a 1 1/2" conduit hole cutter and trimmed down a PVC cross to fit. Everything glued together perfectly and appears quite strong. I wrapped the main post in four wraps of burlap using self tapping screws. I'll be wrapping the top supports also to protect it from UV damage.
I got these cuttings from Simon a year and a half ago, and they have barely grown since - they really did not like the shaded sandy location they were in and needed a move. Time will tell and we shall see...

So I want to plant a banana but i'm unsure of a really good variety to look for. It will be growing on the mesa in clairemont San Diego - any recommendations on variety and where to get it?

Yes - tagging this because I want to know also! I have a selected spot where I want to plant a banana, but have not acquired one yet. If banana tea tastes any good, regardless if it has health benefits - post up a recipe!

When I eventually get my dragon fruit producing I plan to dehydrate the skins to use as tea also. I read it has a lot of antioxidants and tastes really good to boot...

Thank You Ricshaw - I finally got to page 74 (I think it was) of the DF thread and saw your post on the festival held this year.

Looks like August 2017 will be a busy month for me, between these pitahaya festivals and the CRFG festival of fruit...

Simon -

Here is a picture from today of my Tebow I got from Ong Nursery 4-5 years ago. Just in the past week it has been putting out good growth. It's maybe doubled in size since it was planted, so it's a pretty slow grower.  Had two nice large mangos last year, so hopefully I'll get a few more next year.

Kai