GardenHow to grow ginger
अदरक. When to sow it in each part of India, how deep, how far apart, what size of pot, and what to watch for.
When to sow
North and central plainsApril to June
South and coastal IndiaApril and May
HillsApril and May
Green months are the usual sowing or planting time. Dates shift by a few weeks from place to place.
How to sow and grow
- Method
- Plant pieces of fresh rhizome, each with one or two buds, buds facing up.
- Depth
- 3 to 5 cm
- Spacing
- 20 to 25 cm apart
- In a pot
- A wide pot or grow bag 30 cm deep
- Sprouts in
- Shoots in 2 to 4 weeks
- Harvest
- 8 to 9 months, when the leaves yellow and dry
- Sun
- Light shade is fine; 3 to 4 hours of sun are enough
Tips from the garden
- Choose plump pieces with visible buds from the market. Wrinkled, dry pieces rarely sprout.
- Ginger likes warmth, moisture and light shade. The space under a taller plant suits it.
- For tender "green ginger", lift a piece carefully after four to five months and leave the rest to mature.
What can go wrong
Rhizomes rot in waterlogged soil. Use a loose mix with good drainage and never let the pot stand in water.
Sown around the same time
New to growing from seed? Read how to sow seeds and the balcony and terrace garden guide.
Questions people ask
When is ginger sown in north India?
In the plains of north and central India, the usual sowing or planting months for ginger are April to June.
How long does ginger take to grow?
Usually 8 to 9 months, when the leaves yellow and dry.
Can ginger be grown in a pot?
Yes. A wide pot or grow bag 30 cm deep.