Galangal
Galangal
3 inch Pot - 8 to 12" tall plant in 6" diameter x 7" tall pot. SHIPPABLE
1 gallon Pot - 8 to 16" tall plant in 5" x 5" x 6" tall pot. SHIPPABLE
Small Tree Pot - 8 to 16" tall plant in 5" x 5" x 6" tall pot. SHIPPABLE
Large Tree Pot - 8 to 16" tall plant in 5" x 5" x 12" tall pot. SHIPPABLE
3 gallon Pot - 18 to 36" tall plant in 10" diameter x 8" tall pot. IN STORE ONLY
5 gallon Pot - 30" to 60" tall plant in 11" diameter x 10" tall pot. IN STORE ONLY
15 gallon Pot - 60" to 75" tall plant in 17" diameter x 15" tall pot. IN STORE ONLY
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A part of the ginger family, galangal is a spice native to Southern Asia. Galangal can be eaten fresh or cooked and is a popular addition to many Chinese, Indonesian, Malaysian, and Thai dishes and has been used in Ayurvedic and traditional Chinese medicine for centuries.
Its skin is smoother and paler than ginger root’s, the interior ranges from white to yellow to pink, and its flavor is stronger and more astringent.
CARE INSTRUCTIONS
Plant galangal where the soil will stay warm and moist. However, galangal will rot if it is in water-logged or soggy soils. They are low-maintenance and do no need much attention until ready for harvest.
ABOUT THIS PLANT
Botanic Name: Alpinia officinarum
Common Names:
Galangal,
Blue Ginger,
Java Galangal,
Lifespan: Perennial
Hardiness Zone: Zone 9-Zone 12
Fruiting Season: Harvest about 1 year after planting.
Growth Structure: Rhizome that also grows large, vibrant green foliage. The flowers can be pink, white, or yellow which are followed by edible red fruit.
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Fruiting Season: Harvest about 1 year after planting.
Flowers? No,
Edible? Yes
Native to: Southern Asia
Recommended Size for Container Growing: 5 Gallon
