Turmeric Rhizome for Planting - Organic Gardening Seeds | Ideal for Home Gardens

Growing Guide for Turmeric Rhizome

Key Features:

• Product Name: Turmeric Rhizome
• Quantity: 100, 500, or 1000 rhizomes per pack
• Mature Height: 3-4 feet
• Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, loamy soil rich in organic matter
• Uses: Culinary (spice), medicinal, dyeing, ornamental

Planting Instructions:

• Seed Preparation:

  • Select healthy rhizomes with visible buds.
  • Cut large rhizomes into smaller pieces with at least one or two buds.

• Sowing:

  • Plant rhizome pieces 2-3 inches deep with buds facing up.
  • Space rhizomes 12-18 inches apart in rows or beds.

• Germination:

  • Maintain soil temperature between 70-95°F (21-35°C) for optimal germination.
  • Keep the soil moist, but avoid waterlogging during germination.

Transplanting:

• Move seedlings to larger pots or the garden when they reach 4-6 inches tall and have several leaves.
• Ensure the final location has good drainage and plenty of sunlight.

Care Tips:

• Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist but not soggy.
• Mulching: Apply mulch around the plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
• Harvesting: Harvest rhizomes 8-10 months after planting, when the leaves and stems yellow and die back.