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Ginger
Zingiber officinale
herb
Tropical perennial rhizome prized for its pungent, aromatic root used in cooking and medicine.
In Zone 7b, right now
Not suited to Zone 7b
This one grows best in Zones 9a–12b. It may struggle in your area.
Edible?
Yes — herb — leaves & stems
Small space?
Yes, in a pot
Sun
Part shade (2–4 hrs)
Comes back yearly?
Yes — perennial
Harvest in
240 days
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