Ginger root is worldwide used in the cuisine for its flavor and specific aroma. Furthermore, this plant is known for its medicinal properties, which include antibacterial, antiviral, and antioxidant properties.
There is no doubt that ginger is one of the most popular plants around the world. And it can easily be grown in pots. Here’s how to do it.
🟢 You need:
◼ fresh ginger root (you find it in supermarkets)
◼ pot
◼ topsoil
Ginger roots can germinate (like potatoes do). The ginger root simply needs to be soaked for at least three hours in warm water.
Meanwhile, fill a pot with topsoil. Make sure you choose a soil that doesn’t retain too much water.
Put the ginger root in the ground and cover it with soil. If the ginger root is already germinated, place it with the sprout up.
You should know that ginger grows pretty hard, so you must have patience. It can take up to several weeks until germination, but with special care you can enjoy a beautiful plant in a few months.
☀ Placing the pot
Positioning the pot is very important for your ginger plant. You should keep in mind that ginger should be kept in a warm place, even in winter. Also, make sure the plant receives enough natural light while not being placed in direct sunlight.
💧 Frequent watering
Ginger needs a constantly moist soil but not overly soaked. Make sure you pour a drop of water every day. In summer you may water it twice a day.
In order to avoid excess watering, use a spray bottle. Spray water on its leaves too, not only on its root, because ginger loves high humidity.
🌱 Fertilizer
In order to stimulate its growth and getting a bushy plant, add a seaweed-based natural fertilizer every two to three months.
🔪 Harvesting
Growing ginger is great because you can enjoy its flavor and aroma in your meals. When the plant has already four months, you can begin to cut small pieces of root. Carefully remove some of the soil to reach the roots and cut as much as you need.
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