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GINGER (Zingiber officinale) | 100% VCF Plant Nutrients |
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Growing Ginger Plants |
The nutrition information on this page is specific to a portion size of 100 grams. All information is sourced from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Nutrition information for raw, green, fresh Ginger contain the following nutrients. |
| Calcium | 2% | 16(mg) | Carbohydrates | 6% | 17.77g | Copper | 11% | 0.226(mg) | Fiber | 8% | 2.0g | Folate | 3% | 11(mcg) |
| Iron | 3% | 0.60(mg) | Magnesium | 11% | 43(mg) | Manganese | 11% | 0.229(mg) | Niacin | 4% | 0.750(mg) | Pantothenic acid | 2% | 0.203(mg) |
| Phosphorus | 3% | 34(mg) | Potassium | 12% | 415(mg) | Protein | 4% | 1.82g | Riboflavin | 2% | 0.034(mg) | Selenium | 1% | 13(mg) |
| Thiamin | 2% | 0.025(mg) | Vitamin B-6 | 8% | 0.160(mg) | Vitamin C | 8% | 5.0(mg) | Vitamin E | 1% | 0.26(mg) | Zinc | 2% | 0.34(mg) |
Ginger is a flowering plant whose rhizome, ginger root or ginger, is widely used as a spice and a folk medicine. It is a herbaceous perennial which grows annual pseudostems about one meter tall bearing narrow leaf blades. Ginger, (Zingiber officinale), herbaceous perennial plant of the family Zingiberaceae, probably native to southeastern Asia, or its pungent aromatic rhizome (underground stem) used as a spice, flavouring, food, and medicine.They are particularly high in Copper, Magnesium, Manganese and Potassium. |
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How Much Space Does Ginger Plants Need? Plant the rhizomes 6 to 8 inches apart, 2 to 4 inches deep, and with the growth buds pointing upward. They can be planted whole or in smaller pieces with a couple of growing buds each. Ginger plants will grow to about 2 to 3 feet tall. |
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What Type Soil Does Ginger Like? The best soil for ginger is loose, loamy, and rich in organic matter. Loamy soils allow water to drain freely, which will help prevent the rhizomes from becoming waterlogged. Thick mulch can also provide nutrients, retain water, and help control weeds. |
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Planting Instructions Plant the rhizomes 6 to 8 inches apart, 2 to 4 inches deep, and with the growth buds pointing upward. They can be planted whole or in smaller pieces with a couple of growing buds each. Ginger plants will grow to about 2 to 3 feet tall. |
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Nutrients Normal- Use a low-nitrogen fertilizer on ginger, like a 10-20-20. Too much nitrogen will cause ginger plants to grow excessive foliage, which will reduce rhizome yields. Vegan- For best results if growing in small to medium size containers, be sure to incorporated before planting our Callemo Powder to help support the plants Calcium and Magnesium needs. Then our VeGrow Quick Start to get the root system started and then use our VeGrow Supreme Plus once a week for the duration of the plants life cycle. |
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What can I plant next to Ginger? Ginger originated in Southern Asian tropical rainforests and its native plant companions include hibiscus, palms, teak, and orchids. If you are in a moist, warm region, you can try any of these natural plant companions. Other Plants that Thrive with Ginger inclue Chili peppers, Cilantro, Lemongrass |
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Harvest Time Ginger can be harvested by digging up the entire plant. Although it may be harvested at any stage of maturity, the best time is when the plant is 8 to 10 months old. After harvest, choose rhizomes for replanting and replant them promptly. |
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