How to grow ginger at home

How to grow ginger at home

Ginger is a tropical plant that a few years ago, has gained popularity in our area. At first glance nothing attractive plant, which in appearance resembles bamboo shoots, it turns out, has a wide range of useful properties. So it deserve such attention from buyers to himself. Ginger can be bought in any supermarket. But how pleasant it is to grow your own, without chemicals and additives. This also applies to ginger, is it easy to grow at home in a pot.

Instruction

Difficulty level: Easy

step 1

People used to use ginger as a spice, with a long time was considered that the ginger - generic drug. The plant does not require special care and, in principle, not whimsical. However, on the street, at the cottage in the garden it is unlikely to grow. The climate may not be suitable, but at home success is guaranteed with proper care. After planting the ginger plant grows up to a meter, but it does not mean that the root is ready. Ginger rhizome will Mature in 10 months, after he was imprisoned.

2 step

In order to grow ginger, you need to buy a fresh piece of root, medium size. Prerequisite: multiple kidney. If on the spine, store-bought, the buds have dried up, do not worry. So they woke up, the roots should be dipped in warm water. For planting the best time is spring. For ginger is better to choose a special soil for vegetables. You need to acquire a wide and low container, the diameter of which must be at least 20 cm Because this plant does not tolerate stagnant water on the bottom of the container should generously put drainage, approximately 2 cm from the bottom.

3 step

Ginger root should be put kidneys up horizontally with respect to the bottom of the pot. The earth much cover do not need just a little bit to a few centimetres to cover the kidneys. Ginger grows well in a warm and well-lit place, however, should not be allowed into the direct rays of the sun. Drafts are also contraindicated. Pour this plant very carefully, can greatly strain the plant, but also to prevent drought is also not recommended. You need to follow the soil, it must be hydrated. After the appearance of new shoots, watering should be increased, and around the plant must maintain a high humidity.

step 4

Summer pot with ginger it is recommended to bear on the private balcony or in a greenhouse if you have one. But in any case not in the open air, it can kill the plant. In autumn, the ginger needs to ensure peace, to get out of the pot. And maybe by that time you will be able to gather the first harvest.