Methods and steps for growing ginger in flower pots Methods and steps for growing ginger in flower pots

Ginger is an indispensable condiment in daily cooking, with unique flavor and value. With the development of cultivation technology, ginger can also be grown at home and made into potted plants , which is simple to maintain and easy to operate.

Time to grow ginger in pots

Ginger can be planted in spring around April to May every year . If you plant ginger at this time, it will easily germinate and grow, and the survival rate will also increase.

Steps to grow ginger in pots

1. Choose ginger

The key to potted ginger is to select ginger pieces that are suitable for healthy growth as ginger seeds. The size of the ginger does not need to be too large, about 2 cm in diameter is enough, and it is best to have 2 to 3 strong buds, and it is better to grow new buds after sowing.

2. Sterilization

Ginger slices also need to be disinfected and sterilized. Soak the ginger slices in plant ash water or carbendazim wettable powder solution and take them out after half an hour. Then soak them in Bordeaux water to germinate, take them out after 10 minutes, and put them in a cool place to dry.

3. Flowerpot soil

Put a well-ventilated purple sand pot or clay pot in the pot, and there should be a drainage hole at the bottom for drainage. The planting soil should be fertile and moist. Fertile humus soil is the most suitable, and a small amount of plant ash and cake fertilizer should be added to the soil to make it have a certain fertility.

4. Planting seeds in the soil

Place the sprouted ginger seeds flat on the soil with the buds facing upwards, keeping a distance between the ginger seeds. Then sprinkle a fine layer of soil to cover all the ginger pieces, water thoroughly to keep the soil moist, and control the temperature at around 15°C. They will germinate in about 10 days.

Key points for planting and managing potted ginger

1. Moisture

During the growth of ginger, it is not advisable to water too much, otherwise the roots will rot. Keep the soil moist during the growth period. Too much drought will affect the growth of the ginger pieces below, but it cannot accumulate water. Pay attention to drainage to avoid root rot. You can spread straw on the ground to maintain soil moisture.

2. Lighting

Ginger is a semi-shade plant and cannot be exposed to strong light, so you need to pay attention to it when maintaining it. It can be placed in a cool place or under a flower pot, shaded at noon, and exposed to sunlight in the morning and evening. It can not only supplement nutrition, but also promote growth and avoid strong light burns.

3. Fertilization

When the ginger potted plants are lush, pay attention to fertilizing. It is best to apply fertilizer with low potassium content once a month, so that the ginger grown will be bigger and better.

4. Pest and disease control

During the growth period of ginger, special attention should be paid to the prevention and control of ginger blight. You can use 73% of Keshadi diluted 1000-1500 times, and irrigate once every 15 days or so for 3 times in a row. If pests are found, spray insecticides in time for prevention and control.