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An amazing tropical-look garden plant that produces stunning flowers the bees just can't resist. Native Turmeric is deciduous (dormant in winter) and quite cold tolerant, growing well in most parts of Australia.
Suited to moist, well-drained soil rich in organic matter.
For growing in pots, choose a large container as this herb can easily exceed 1m in height. The pot should be at least 12 inches deep and 12–18 inches wide so the plant can spread its tubers freely. Plant 1–2 rhizomes per pot.
The turmeric plant takes 8–10 months to mature. Harvesting is done once the leaves turn yellow and the stem begins to dry. Simply dig up the plant entirely including the roots, cut the required amount, then replant the remainder to grow a new plant.
Has an earthy bitterness with a pinch of spice. Roots can be harvested in Autumn or Winter and eaten — usually dried and ground into ground turmeric.
Plant Size: 50mm tube
Note: In winter you will receive rhizome only, as foliage dies back in the colder months. New growth will appear when the weather warms. In summer, leaves may be trimmed if the plant is too large for the box. Leaves may wilt in transit but this will not affect future growth.
All items are posted every Monday via Australia Post Express Post. If Monday falls on a public holiday, orders will be sent Tuesday or the following Monday depending on destination and weather conditions. We aim to deliver healthy and happy plants.
Due to a short break, any orders placed between 16 June and 12 July will be posted on the 13 July.
As the plants slow down over winter, we're taking the opportunity to slow down a little too and enjoy a small break with the family.
We apologies for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding and support of our small family farm.
Yana and Michae
