Ginger Planting and Harvesting Time

Ginger planting time

Ginger prefers a warm environment and has a weak cold resistance. It starts to sprout at temperatures above 16 degrees, so it is suitable for planting from April to May. In low-temperature valley areas, it is best to plant it in early to mid-March, but it can be planted earlier through germination or cultivation with mulch.

Ginger harvest time

The harvesting time of ginger depends on the purpose of the product. If you want to harvest young ginger, you can start harvesting from mid-to-late August. The temperature in Guangdong and Guangxi is relatively high, and the sowing is early, so it matures quickly and can be harvested in July.

Key points for high-yield ginger cultivation

1. Select high-quality ginger varieties and remove rotten and spoiled ginger seeds. After airing the ginger for 2 days, soak it in Bordeaux liquid for about 10 minutes. After taking it out, place it on moist sand, cover it with a layer of plastic film, keep it warm, and wait for about 7 days for it to germinate.

2. There are two ways to sow ginger: row sowing and hole sowing. When planting, try to place the ginger buds facing upwards, keep the plant spacing at about 30 cm and the row spacing at about 40 cm. After sowing, cover with a layer of soil and then cover with straw.

3. Ginger will generally sprout about 1-2 weeks after planting. Field inspections should be carried out promptly after sprouting. If any seedlings are missing, they should be replanted in time. Ginger is very sensitive to water during its growth process, so good water management in the field is required.

4. During the ginger seedling stage, watering should not be too frequent. Small amounts of water are appropriate. Ginger consumes more water in summer, so it needs to be watered in the morning and evening. If there is heavy rain, drainage must be done to avoid waterlogging in the fields.