Originally Posted by
JBord
Oh good idea. More please...is this done indoors? We are contemplating an herb garden with a few smaller vegetables (most likely jalapenos and serranos). Note, that we live in Chicago, so about 4 months of the year with freezing temperatures. I'd love to have a little ginger and horseradish, but have no experience growing them.
The coldest place I've ever lived is London and that's like Aruba in the winter compared to Chicago. I'm no expert but I'd say have them near a window indoors during the cold of winter then move them outside when it gets warm.
Here's a page I found...
The ideal temperature for this plant is around 75°F. Find a spot in your house away from drafty doors and fireplaces where the plant will have some sun exposure, perhaps near a south facing well-insulated window.
To maintain humidity, place your container on the tray you prepared with small stones and little water in the bottom.
The water will continually evaporate, adding moisture to the air around the plant. The stones will keep the pot from sitting directly in water, which could lead to the soil becoming waterlogged and your plants rotting.
https://gardenerspath.com/plants/her...inger-indoors/