Click here for Ginger Care Guide Zingiber officinale (Ginger) Ginger is a perennial plant with a spreading habit, known for its spicy tubers, which are harvested annually. It should be spaced in 2-foot circles, as it will eventually spread outward. Best suited for Zones 8-10. In Zone 7 and colder zones, ginger can be grown as an annual or in pots. It thrives in regions where the lowest temperatures range between 40°F and 0°F. Plant Characteristics: Disease Resistance: Excellent Drought Tolerance: Good Heat Tolerance: Excellent Humidity Tolerance: Excellent Sun Tolerance: Excellent Wet Soil Tolerance: Good Salt Tolerance: Good Fresh for Kids: Good Thorns: None Soil Type: Adaptable Edible Type: Root Self-Fertile: Yes This information is accurate to the best of our knowledge. Comments and feedback are always welcome. Note: Unfortunately, we do not currently have a care guide for Ginger.