Ginger

Zingiber officinale

Growing Tips

• Prefers warm, humid conditions with filtered light.

• Grows best in containers or raised beds in cooler climates.

• Plant rhizome pieces with buds facing upward.

Soil Preparation

• Loose, fertile, moisture-retentive soil is ideal.

• Add compost and coconut coir for aeration and water retention.

• Avoid heavy clay soils that stay wet.

Watering Basics

• Keep soil evenly moist but never waterlogged.

• Reduce watering during dormant periods.

• Mist foliage in hot, dry weather for humidity.

Pest Control

• Watch for fungus gnats in overly wet soil.

• Treat with neem drench or allow soil to partially dry.

• Rarely bothered by major garden pests.

Harvesting & Storage

• Harvest young ginger at 4–6 months for mild flavor.

• Mature ginger can be dug at 8–10 months.

• Store harvested rhizomes in a cool, dry place or freeze for months.