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How to plant and propagate ginger flower

Mike Ehrmantraut
2020-08-18 09:04:09
Ginger flowers are usually propagated by the method of ramets. It likes the warm and humid growing environment, the white flowers just like the dancing butterflies. Let's introduce the branch propagation of ginger flower.

The branch propagation of Zingiber

Generally, we choose to carry out the branch propagation in spring. First, dig the underground rhizome and divide it into several stumps. Generally, two or three buds are reserved for each. After cutting, it can be directly potted or planted in the ground. Generally, fertile and loose slightly acid sandy loam rich in organic matter is selected. Wait until summer to bloom. Sufficient base fertilizer should be applied before planting, and sufficient water should be drenched after planting. Generally, it can germinate and grow in about 20-30 days. During the growth period, the temperature is suitable to be between 22 ℃ - 28 ℃, and Topdressing and weeding are carried out at the same time, generally 2-3 times.

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Maintenance and management of Ginger Lily

When just planted, watering should not be too much to avoid root cutting rot. Keep the soil moist during the growth period of the plant. Avoid direct sunlight, do a good job of shading in summer, which is conducive to extending the flowering period. Ginger Lily has fewer diseases and insect pests, but its cold resistance is not strong, so we should do a good job of overwintering. In winter, pruning and pruning can be carried out to promote the germination of new branches in the second year. In cold area, it is necessary to dig out the rhizome and store it indoors.

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After about 3-4 years, the growth condition and space of the newly planted Ginger Lily will become crowded, which will hinder each other. At this time, we need to carry out a branch work and replant

Ginger flower pictures

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