Wrapping the crown of a banana bunch (where the stems join) with plastic wrap or foil may help slow moisture loss and the release of ethylene gas, which contributes to ripening.
For longer-lasting bananas:
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Wrap the stems: Cover the crown with plastic wrap or foil.
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Keep them separate: Store bananas away from other ripe fruits, such as apples.
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Avoid direct sunlight: Keep them in a cool, dry place.
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Refrigerate when ripe: The peel may turn brown, but the fruit inside can stay fresh longer.
One important note: Keeping bananas fresh for an extra 10 days isn’t guaranteed. The result depends on how ripe they are when you buy them and how they’re stored.
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