Growing Tropical Herbs: Turmeric, Galangal, Lemongrass and Ginger

The Asian Kitchen GardenThe tropical and subtropical regions of Australia are perfectly positioned to grow the aromatic rhizomes that are the foundation of southeast Asian, Indian, and Pacific cooking — ginger, turmeric, galangal, and lemongrass. These plants are not difficult to grow in suitable climates and produce abundantly with minimal care.Ginger (Zingiber officinale)Plant fresh rhizomes from the supermarket or specialty store in spring, after soil warms above 20°C. Choose fat, plump rh…