Growing Gingers for your Kitchen

The Ginger family Zingiberaceae has various edible plants that are consumed worldwide. There are also gingers that are cultivated as ornamental plants and used in traditional medicine. Rhizomes, leaves and even flowers of some species are edible too. Due to their fragrance and spicy taste, they are popular as spices or flavouring agents. This talk will cover Common Ginger, Turmeric and Cekur. These three ginger species are suitable for beginners and apartment dwellers who prefer growing in pots to accommodate small spaces.
  
Content:  
• Plant characteristics
• Light, fertiliser and potting media requirements
• Propagation methods of Common Ginger, Turmeric and Cekur

Date: Saturday, 21 September 2024 
Time: 10.00am – 11.00am
Venue: Centre for Education and Outreach  
Fee: Free