Showing posts with label Zingiber Officinale. Show all posts
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Oct 19, 2015

Ideal Conditions Required for Growing Ginger ( Zingiber Officinale )





Ideal Conditions Required for Growing Ginger ( Zingiber Officinale )
Climate
Grows well in warm and sunny climates
                                                       
Soil
Well drained loamy soil with high organic matter recommended
Optimum pH level
6.0 to 6.5
Temperature
Minimum 15.5 degree Celsius ( 59.9 degree Fahrenheit) required
Rainfall
250 to 300 cm annually is required for optimal growth.  Additional irrigation required if rainfall is not adequate
Ideal Spacing
15-35 cm between plants and 25-30 cm between row
Common diseases
Bacterial soft rot, Bacterial wilt, Rhizome rots, Chinese rose beetle, Root-knot nematode
Uses
Cooking, to flavour beverages etc.,
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