Here’s how to grow ginger at home for continuous availability:
1. Choose Rhizomes: Select organic rhizomes with multiple growing points.
2. Prepare Pots: Use large, deep pots with good drainage. Add clay pebbles to the bottom. Fill with potting soil mixed with river sand. Plant the rhizomes flat, leaving some exposed.
3. Provide Optimal Conditions: Place the pots in a warm, sunny room with indirect sunlight. Maintain consistent humidity. Water moderately until roots are established.
4. Prevent Pests: Aerate outdoor plants periodically to prevent mealybugs. Use cotton soaked in alcohol to control infestations if necessary.
5. Harvest: Harvest mature ginger after 9-10 months, or for a more citrusy flavor, after 6 months. Look for drying green parts as a sign of maturity. Divide harvested rhizomes for continued growth.