Does Wild Ginger Die In Bags?

Question

I’ve pulled out all our wild ginger and had it in tarp or bags for months but is still hard

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Answer 1

I can't tell if you are trying to store them, or start them growing. Either way, this will not be a good method for either. I would advise storing them in sand, or in a dark, cool area with desiccants. These articles will help:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/herbs/ginger/harvesting-ginger-roots.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/vgen/storing-root-crops-in-sand.htm

If you are growing them, I would follow the instructions in this article:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/herbs/ginger/growing-ginger.htm

Answer 2

Thanks. I’m trying to kill it! It’s terrible stuff?