Our first crop of ginger

Well, here it is, my first ginger crop!

 

 

And here are a few tips about growing it:

• Plant your ginger in early spring, not too deep below the ground.
• It needs lots of sun.
• Water well in summer, do not let it dry out.
• Dig it up when the leaves suddenly turn yellow around the edges and fall over - don't worry, you will know it when you see it.
• Re plant at least one small piece for next year.
• Store, peeled, in the fridge in a jar full of vodka.  ( I know it is a waste of good vodka!)  This is the only way it will keep for a long time without deteriorating.

Enjoy!