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How to Grow Ginger at Home for Large and Plump Roots, Enjoy Year-Round Harvest

Not everyone knows how to grow ginger for fast harvest, large-sized and plump.

4 March, 2024

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Planting Ginger

Ginger is a plant that prefers loose, loamy soil with plenty of organic matter and a pH level between 6-7.5. You can either purchase soil specifically formulated for ginger or mix regular soil with rice husks, coconut fiber, composted cow manure, chicken manure, bird droppings, duck and goose manure, fish emulsion, and worm castings.

Choosing Ginger Seeds

Select large, plump ginger rhizomes with a smooth surface. Avoid ones that are immature, aged, or diseased.

Spacing for Planting Ginger

To ensure optimal growth and yield, plant ginger rhizomes 30cm apart in rows that are 40-50cm apart. Plant the seeds at a depth of 5-7cm.

Allow the seeds to germinate for 7-10 days (this may vary depending on the local weather conditions). Once sprouts appear, divide the rhizomes into sections weighing about 50-60g and measuring 2-4cm in length. Each section should have 1-2 sprouts. With 1kg of ginger rhizomes, you can obtain around 10-16 seed sections.

Spread the ginger rhizome sections on a flat surface covered with straw or leaves in a cool and moist area. Check and water them every 2 days to maintain moisture and promote quick sprouting.

During the germination process, when you notice the sprouts growing, break the sections into smaller pieces measuring 2-3cm in length, ensuring that each piece has at least 1-2 sprouts. Once sprouts are visible, it’s time to plant them.

Place the seed sections in the middle of the planting tool, with the sprouts facing upwards. Then, cover them with a thin layer of fine soil and water to keep the soil moist.

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Frequently asked questions

Select large, plump ginger rhizomes with a smooth surface. Avoid any that appear immature, aged, or diseased. Look for rhizomes with a good amount of “eyes” or buds, as these will sprout and grow into new plants.

For optimal growth and yield, plant ginger rhizomes about 30cm apart from each other, in rows that are spaced 40-50cm apart. Plant the rhizomes at a depth of 5-7cm.

It typically takes 7-10 days for ginger seeds to germinate, but this can vary depending on local weather conditions. Keep an eye out for sprouts, and once they appear, it’s time to divide the rhizomes into smaller sections for planting.

Once sprouts appear, divide the rhizomes into sections weighing about 50-60g each and measuring 2-4cm in length. Each section should have 1-2 sprouts. Spread these sections on a flat surface covered with straw or leaves in a cool, moist area, and water them every 2 days to maintain moisture and encourage quick sprouting.

During the germination process, when you notice the sprouts growing, break the rhizome sections into even smaller pieces measuring 2-3cm in length, ensuring that each piece has at least 1-2 sprouts. Once the sprouts are visible, it’s time to plant them.

Place the seed sections in the middle of your planting tool, with the sprouts facing upward. Then, cover them with a thin layer of fine soil and water gently to keep the soil moist.