Now you must replicate the humidity of Bali inside your damp British living room. Put the pot somewhere warm—a windowsill above a radiator is ideal, though you may annoy your cat. Mist the leaves daily with water, as if you’re blessing your ginger with tiny rainbows. If the air is too dry, the leaves go crispy and yell at you.
Surprising fact: ginger needs at least 8 hours of darkness a day. Yes, it’s a party plant that sleeps in. So don’t stick a grow light on it 24/7 or it’ll sulk. Think of it as a teenager—needs warmth, moisture, and a strict bedtime.
