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Steps To Follow When Planting Ginger Rhizomes

By William Myers


Most crops will have a similar way of growing, but they vary a little bit. Ginger Rhizomes will have their way of growing them due to their unique characteristics. They will only have a similar growing method with other crops in the same classification. This is a plant known to produce large attractive leaves throughout summer period and aromatic edible roots which are harvested when ready. The following is the process required when growing the crop.

First, one is supposed to prepare the ground for planting. This will include identifying a good place which is well drained and with rich soil. Cover that section of your garden with two-inch layer organic manure and mix it with soil. The mixing activity can be handled by use of a spade which will enhance an effective mixing process. Also, you should ensure that the selected section is on partially shaded.

Then, have some fresh ginger roots. Ensure that you cut them into small pieces measuring two inches each. These are the sections to be planted. The cutting should be done professionally taking into consideration that each section will have a bud. Put them in dry ground for around one to two days and allow them to cure and be ready for planting.

After that, you have to plant the sections. They must be planted with the buds facing upwards to enhance an effective growth. The depth need not exceed half of an inch beneath the surface. Moreover, you will be expected to make sure that the space between the roots is almost two to three feet apart. This should be in all directions to enable them to have enough space.

Watering the crop is essential. Water is a necessity for all plants, and no crop can do without it. So, you need to water the bed more often and ensure the soil is never dry. This will facilitate the fast growing of the ginger. As they start removing leaves, increasing the amount of water will be important. The ratio can be added once or twice weekly, and they will continue growing fast.

After that, you have to use some water-soluble fertilizer. This will be essential in facilitating the growth of the rhizomes. The application process will require one to follow the instructions indicated on the instruction sheet in the package. Apply the indicated amount in every stage to allow your crop to grow healthy.

Moreover, you will be needed to cut back the foliage. This is when they are ready for harvest. In this case, one needs to cut them to within a height of two inches after which the leaves will die. Then, dig up the roots and cut off the sections of rhizome perimeter to be used for the kitchen. You may replant the main root mass later on.

In conclusion, you need not forget that next summer season will be another growing season. The cut main root mass will be required to be replanted. Make sure you have spread the garden with two to four inches of mulch. The mulching is important in protecting the soil and rhizomes from getting into contact with the cold and freezing season till the next summer period.




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