03.
Ginger: Cultivation & Harvesting
considerations for growing and harvesting ginger
climate
Ginger prefers a tropical climate - sheltered spot, filtered sunlight, warm weather, high humidity.
soil
Ginger prefers rich, moist soil that is never water-logged.
growing
Plant sections of ginger rhizome, each with growth buds, in late winter or
early spring.
Every rhizome you plant will first only grow a few leaves, in the one spot. Over
time it will become a dense clump and very slowly get bigger.
harvesting
The best time to harvest ginger is any time after the leaves have died down.
Usually it takes eight to ten months to reach this point.
preserving
Ginger root can be used fresh, or dried as cut pieces,
powdered, or even
crystallized/candied. Store dried ginger in an airtight container in a
cool, dry place.