Chinese wild ginger

How to Grow and Care for Chinese wild ginger

Chinese wild ginger · Asarum splendens

Grow in a shaded position, in a well-drained, humus-rich, neutral to acidic soil

Watering: Keep rich woodland soil evenly moist, never baking dry in summerSunlight: Full shade · Partial shadeTOXIC if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

Planting and Growing Chinese wild ginger

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Care difficulty2 / 5
Watering scheduleKeep rich woodland soil evenly moist, never baking dry in summer
Sunlight requirementsFull shade · Partial shade
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Soil typeLoam · Sand
Soil pHAcid · Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well drained
FertilizingLight balanced feed monthly during spring and early summer growth
ToxicityTOXIC if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Care Tips

Grow in a shaded position, in a well-drained, humus-rich, neutral to acidic soil

How to Water Chinese wild ginger?

Keep rich woodland soil evenly moist, never baking dry in summer

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for Chinese wild ginger?

Full shade · Partial shade

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for Chinese wild ginger?

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What Soil Is Best for Chinese wild ginger?

Soil type
Loam · Sand
Soil pH
Acid · Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for Chinese wild ginger?

Moist but well drained

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How to Fertilize Chinese wild ginger?

Light balanced feed monthly during spring and early summer growth

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How to Prune Chinese wild ginger?

No pruning required

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How to Propagate Chinese wild ginger?

Propagate by seed in containers in a cold frame as soon as ripe. Can also be propagated by division in early spring

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How to Transplant Chinese wild ginger?

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How to Care for Chinese wild ginger in Winter?

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How to Plant Chinese wild ginger?

Grow in a shaded position, in a well-drained, humus-rich, neutral to acidic soil

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How to Repot Chinese wild ginger?

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How to Harvest Chinese wild ginger?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

Generally disease-free

Pests

May be susceptible to slugs and snails

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The Toxicity of Chinese wild ginger

TOXIC if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

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Attributes of Chinese wild ginger

Plant typeAlpine Rockery · Herbaceous Perennial
HeightUp to 10 cm
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
FoliageSemi evergreen
HabitMatforming
OriginChina

Scientific Classification

Species
Asarum splendens
Genus
Asarum
Family
Aristolochiaceae
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FAQs About Chinese wild ginger

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