how to prune blue ginger

Blue ginger tends to suffer during winter and need to be cut back in late winter and this is an opportunity to use the waste as cuttings. Simply cut the stems into three node lengths and dip the base into Clonex a plant hormone gel that seals the wounds and stimulates root growth.

1. How do you take care of a blue ginger plant?
2. When should ginger plants be pruned?
3. Why is my Ginger Blue?
4. How do you trim Ginger?
5. What does Blue Ginger look like?
6. Is Blue Ginger poisonous?
7. Why are the leaves on my ginger plant turning brown?
8. How do you look after a ginger plant?
9. How do you take care of ginger plants in the winter?
10. Is it normal for Ginger to have a blue ring?
11. How do you know Ginger is bad?
12. Can I cut mold off Ginger?

How do you take care of a blue ginger plant?

Blue Ginger Care

Outdoors, use 15-15-15 fertilizer every couple of months during the growing season. Indoors, use a liquid houseplant fertilizer designed for flowering plants according to the package directions. Let the soil dry between waterings. Blue ginger tolerates drought conditions for short periods of time.

When should ginger plants be pruned?

Make sure to snip off dead and dying stems before new growth appears. The best way to prune ginger is by cutting the stems that flowered the year before. Most ginger only flowers on two-year-old canes. Use clean and sterile pruning shears and snip off the stem at the base of the plant.

Why is my Ginger Blue?

The bluish hint in some ginger is a result of anthocyanins, a type of plant colorant in the flavonoid family that gives fruits like blood orange and vegetables like red cabbage their vibrant hues. Trace amounts of anthocyanins in certain ginger varieties give it a bluish hue.

How do you trim Ginger?

Grasp the base of the stem with the dead or dying blossom. Use pruning shears to cut the stem off near the base of the plant. Ginger plant stems only produce one blossom before dying, so pruning these off makes the plant more attractive. Prune these stems continuously throughout the year each time a bloom fades.

What does Blue Ginger look like?

It's hard to miss the vivid color of blue ginger. In late summer and fall, this tropical plant puts out 10-inch tall spikes of rich purplish-blue flowers. The blooms look great in the garden, but can also be cut and used in floral arrangements.

Is Blue Ginger poisonous?

Ginger that has turned blue is perfectly safe to eat, and while its flavor is slightly milder, it's unlikely you'll notice when using it in a recipe.

Why are the leaves on my ginger plant turning brown?

Failing to maintain a consistent level of moisture in the soil is a ginger plant issue that can turn the leaves brown. Gingers prefer a moist, well-drained soil and high humidity. When the soil is allowed to dry completely out before watering, the leaves will turn brown and die.

How do you look after a ginger plant?

Ginger thrives in partial shade, or at most, areas with morning sun. They are best suited planted away from large roots, and ideally should be sheltered from wind and moisture. Aim to keep the soil at a warm temperate between 22 to 25ºC (71 to 77ºF), before the ginger plant germinates.

How do you take care of ginger plants in the winter?

Overwintering Ginger Tips

1. If you've got the space indoors to do so, bring them inside in a pot and let them do their thing. A window with good sunlight is best; a halide or LED grow light will work too. ...
2. If you don't have space, try digging up the rhizomes and then store them in dry peat in a cool and dry location.

Is it normal for Ginger to have a blue ring?

"If you notice a blue ring after slicing your fresh ginger, do not be alarmed. It is not mold or fungus. It is simply a Hawaiian variety of ginger known as blue-ring ginger or Chinese white ginger. ... The only down-side is blue-ring ginger is usually more expensive."

How do you know Ginger is bad?

Typically, rotten ginger will not smell as strongly of ginger and will be accompanied by a sharp unpleasant smell. Touch. Another reliable sign is a change in the texture. If raw ginger turns out to be soft or mushy, then toss it out.

Can I cut mold off Ginger?

Ginger is a root vegetable that can be found in fresh, powdered and candied variations. ... You can cut mold off the skin of the ginger and consume the flesh, provided the mold hasn't reached the flesh. Discard the ginger root if you have doubts about its safety.