Ginger rhizomes, more commonly known as ginger roots, come from the flowering plant Zingiber officinale. Because it’s a tropical plant, ginger can be tricky to grow outdoors in much of North America, ...

The spicy flavour of ginger adds a zing to all sorts of drinks and food, and Tammy says that, in Sydney and further north, ginger is quite easy to grow. It can be grown further south, but needs a warm ...

No green thumb or outdoor garden is required to grow this delicious plant. Karl Tapales / Getty Images Growing ginger (Zingiber officinale) indoors is surprisingly easy. It is low maintenance, thrives ...

Ancient Chinese and Ayurvedic texts praised ginger long before it became a kitchen staple. They called it "universal medicine" for its ability to soothe a sore throat and calm the stomach. However, ...

Fresh ginger often adds kick to Asian and nouveau American cooking, whether minced in Chinese dumplings, soaked in hot tea or roasted with sweet potatoes. But ginger doesn't have to only add flair to ...

The Tulsa Garden Center offers these tips for green thumbs. Winter is the time to lavish attention of house plants. Turn plants regularly to provide even light and keep them shapely. Because winter ...

The plant: Exotic ginger emerged long ago from its native Asia to become a centuries-old trade item between Europe and Asia. Ginger’s pungent, spicy flavor became a favorite among the Greeks and ...

Growing ginger (Zingiber officinale) indoors is surprisingly easy. It is low maintenance, thrives in a sunny spot, and can be harvested as needed. With lush, bamboo-like foliage, ginger is also a ...