" WHAT IS GINGER? " Ginger is a flowering tropical plant known scientifically as Zingiber officinale. It is primarily cultivated for its rhizome, which is used as a spice and has been used in traditional medicine for thousands of years. Ginger is recognized for its anti-inflammatory, anti-nausea, and digestive benefits. It may help alleviate nausea, particularly during pregnancy and chemotherapy, and is known to support digestion by stimulating saliva and bile production. Additionally, ginger ha

How to Plant and Grow Ginger

Did you know you can grow ginger in cold climates? There are a few different types: 1️⃣Culinary Ginger It’s tropical but does well in containers and you can even grow it from the store. Just keep it on your patio for the summer and watch the rhizomes DOUBLE (that’s the underground part we eat) 2️⃣ Japanese Ginger (Myoga) These perennials can actually survive temperatures well below 0F (-13C)! They are shade loving plants. The edible part are the new emerging shoots in the spring. Just make sure

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