Name: greene Savannah, GA (Sunset 28) (Zone 8b) I have no use for internet bullies!
The leaves need protection from the wind.
Where I live (Savannah) most folks locate the banana plants close to a house or other building to have some protection from the wind. Lots of organic material mixed into the native soil; mulch heavily; plenty of sunshine.
My gardening friend here in Savannah plants hers in a slightly wind-sheltered area and has success:
The leaves need protection from the wind. 
