Midnight ginger

Midnight ginger Care

Zingiber malayensis

What is the plant

Midnight Ginger has that and even more to offer: long-lasting blooms, mesmerizing flowers, and easy care.

Zingiber Ginger, or Midnight Ginger, is a flowering plant widely used in the floral industry. Its blooms appear after two years and remind pinecones, being slightly pine-scented. The green shoots can reach up to 3 feet (1 m).

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Humidity

Normal

Lighting

Part Sun

Temperature

10°C - 18°C

Hardiness zone

8 - 11

Difficulty

Easy

Hibernation

Cold Period

How to Care for the Plant

Water
Water your Midnight Ginger as soon as the top inch of the soil is dry, but remember to empty the pot saucer to avoid overwatering.
Pruning
Pruning is only required for dead or damaged leaves. Use sterilized tools to cut them back to ground level. It is better to prune Ginger in January or February before any growth appears.
Fertilizer
No fertilizer is needed for Midnight Ginger, provided you repot it into a fresh soil mix once a year. The fresh potting medium will meet all your plant’s needs.

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Sunlight
Direct sun is crucial for Midnight Ginger; otherwise, it might drop its leaves. In order to enhance the light, place your plant 2-3 feet away from the window.
Soil
A perfect potting mix for Zingiber Ginger should be well-draining and retain moisture. You can use an all-purpose soil mix and enhance it with coco coir or sphagnum moss.
Propagation
The division is the most efficient propagation method for Midnight Ginger.

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Temperature
Zingiber ginger will thrive in temperatures above 50 F (10 C).
Container
The size of your container depends on whether your variety is smaller or larger. Small varieties will grow well in 10-14 inches diameter pots, while the bigger ones need a size larger. Zingiber Ginger doesn’t like being root bound, so the rule of thumb is that the roots should feel loose.
Fun fact
Midnight Ginger will surely add its tropical peppery scent to your indoor space.