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Originally Posted by brmcandy
Has anyone had success in growing ginger root? I wonder if it behaves like other rhyzomes. I am in Louisiana, zone 8b-9a. know to grow it in shade, but during winter I can't take it inside because of my cats. Any suggestions?
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Ginger is a wonderful plant for a container and for filling in that bare spot in the garden.
I have a few in 3-5 gallon pots.
I am in zone 5/6 so I must bring the pots in the garage or basement for the winter.
The plant will do dormant but will regrow year after year rewarding you with some awesome foliage and flowers.
A soil refresh in your pot will keep your plant happy in the spring.
Bare roots purchased grocery store will grow well also....just scrub them well and plant.
Some gingers are used as a landscape plants in zones 9 and up.
Chongs previous post has a link which is exactly how you plant and care for them...and some great plants to purchase too.
Good luck