Ginger
Zingiber officinale
History
Ginger was first cultivate in South eat asian. it was a highly prized crop and could sell for as much as a sheep. With a bold flavor it was quick to rise in popularity being as common as salt and pepper. The demand for ginger is still increadble high which has resulted in the production of artifical ginger to supplment the demand.
Growing conditions
Sunlight
Needs atleast 2 to 5 hours of direct sunlight
Temperature Range
70F-80F
Tropical climate
Soil Conditions
Loamy soil.
Water
1 to 2 inches of water per week.
Water the plants regularly keeping soil moist not soggy.
Nutrients
5-10-10
Potassium and phosphorus aid in root growth
pH
5.5-6.5
Plant care
Sowing Seeds
Cut rhe rhizomes in to smaller pices that have atleast 2 horns for prouts to develop. face the horns towards the surface.
Germination
It can take 2 to 6 weeeks for the sprouts to begin growing, soaking for 12 hours prior to planting can help with germination
Pruning
remove any dead shoot back to the ground to encourage new growth
Harvest
If havresting the full crop gently dig around the base of the plant and remove the full rhizome from the Ground.
You can also harvest individual shoots leaving the bulk of the rhizome to contiune its growth
Growing Tips
In colder climates use a heating pad and grow them indoors or in a greenhouse
Garden plotter quick facts
Spacing
10" to 16"
Water needs
Moderate
Sunlight
Full Sun
A warm-season crop producing juicy red fruits.
