Turmeric
Curcuma longa
Description: Turmeric is a tropical perennial herb prized for its lush, broad green leaves and underground rhizomes, which yield the vibrant golden spice known for its earthy, slightly peppery flavor. Thriving in warm, humid climates, this easy-to-grow plant adds beauty to garden beds and containers while providing a valuable culinary and medicinal resource. With its stunning foliage and occasional pale yellow or pinkish blooms, Turmeric is both ornamental and functional.
Wildlife Benefits: While primarily grown for its rhizomes, Turmeric’s flowers attract bees and other pollinators, contributing to a thriving garden ecosystem.
Medicinal Benefits: Revered in Ayurvedic and traditional medicine, Turmeric is rich in curcumin, a powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant compound. It has been used to support joint health, digestion, immune function, and overall wellness. The rhizomes can be dried, powdered, or used fresh in teas, tinctures, and culinary dishes.
Native Status: Native to South Asia, Turmeric thrives in warm, humid conditions and can be successfully grown in Georgia’s long growing season.
Pollinator Friendliness: While not a primary nectar source, Turmeric’s occasional flowers provide some benefit to pollinators, making it a useful addition to diverse gardens.
Planting Guidelines:
Height: 3–4 feet
Spacing: 12–18 inches
Sun/Shade: Prefers Partial Shade to Full Sun
How to Grow: Turmeric thrives in rich, well-draining soil with regular moisture. Plant rhizomes in spring after the last frost, keeping them just beneath the soil surface. Water consistently, and mulch to retain moisture. Harvest rhizomes in late fall once the foliage begins to yellow and die back.
Grow your own superfood with Turmeric—a vibrant, health-boosting herb that enhances both your garden and your wellness routine.
Available in 4.25 inch (quart) pots with 3-4 rhizomes (roots) per pot
Curcuma longa
Description: Turmeric is a tropical perennial herb prized for its lush, broad green leaves and underground rhizomes, which yield the vibrant golden spice known for its earthy, slightly peppery flavor. Thriving in warm, humid climates, this easy-to-grow plant adds beauty to garden beds and containers while providing a valuable culinary and medicinal resource. With its stunning foliage and occasional pale yellow or pinkish blooms, Turmeric is both ornamental and functional.
Wildlife Benefits: While primarily grown for its rhizomes, Turmeric’s flowers attract bees and other pollinators, contributing to a thriving garden ecosystem.
Medicinal Benefits: Revered in Ayurvedic and traditional medicine, Turmeric is rich in curcumin, a powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant compound. It has been used to support joint health, digestion, immune function, and overall wellness. The rhizomes can be dried, powdered, or used fresh in teas, tinctures, and culinary dishes.
Native Status: Native to South Asia, Turmeric thrives in warm, humid conditions and can be successfully grown in Georgia’s long growing season.
Pollinator Friendliness: While not a primary nectar source, Turmeric’s occasional flowers provide some benefit to pollinators, making it a useful addition to diverse gardens.
Planting Guidelines:
Height: 3–4 feet
Spacing: 12–18 inches
Sun/Shade: Prefers Partial Shade to Full Sun
How to Grow: Turmeric thrives in rich, well-draining soil with regular moisture. Plant rhizomes in spring after the last frost, keeping them just beneath the soil surface. Water consistently, and mulch to retain moisture. Harvest rhizomes in late fall once the foliage begins to yellow and die back.
Grow your own superfood with Turmeric—a vibrant, health-boosting herb that enhances both your garden and your wellness routine.
Available in 4.25 inch (quart) pots with 3-4 rhizomes (roots) per pot
Curcuma longa
Description: Turmeric is a tropical perennial herb prized for its lush, broad green leaves and underground rhizomes, which yield the vibrant golden spice known for its earthy, slightly peppery flavor. Thriving in warm, humid climates, this easy-to-grow plant adds beauty to garden beds and containers while providing a valuable culinary and medicinal resource. With its stunning foliage and occasional pale yellow or pinkish blooms, Turmeric is both ornamental and functional.
Wildlife Benefits: While primarily grown for its rhizomes, Turmeric’s flowers attract bees and other pollinators, contributing to a thriving garden ecosystem.
Medicinal Benefits: Revered in Ayurvedic and traditional medicine, Turmeric is rich in curcumin, a powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant compound. It has been used to support joint health, digestion, immune function, and overall wellness. The rhizomes can be dried, powdered, or used fresh in teas, tinctures, and culinary dishes.
Native Status: Native to South Asia, Turmeric thrives in warm, humid conditions and can be successfully grown in Georgia’s long growing season.
Pollinator Friendliness: While not a primary nectar source, Turmeric’s occasional flowers provide some benefit to pollinators, making it a useful addition to diverse gardens.
Planting Guidelines:
Height: 3–4 feet
Spacing: 12–18 inches
Sun/Shade: Prefers Partial Shade to Full Sun
How to Grow: Turmeric thrives in rich, well-draining soil with regular moisture. Plant rhizomes in spring after the last frost, keeping them just beneath the soil surface. Water consistently, and mulch to retain moisture. Harvest rhizomes in late fall once the foliage begins to yellow and die back.
Grow your own superfood with Turmeric—a vibrant, health-boosting herb that enhances both your garden and your wellness routine.
Available in 4.25 inch (quart) pots with 3-4 rhizomes (roots) per pot