Beehive Ginger
Taxonomy
Zingiber spectabile
Zingiber
Zingiberaceae
Zingiberales

How to care for Beehive Ginger
How often to water your Beehive Ginger

every 7
Beehive Ginger needs 0.5 cups of water every 7 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
7
Finding light for Beehive Ginger in your home

a window
Beehive Ginger may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves 🍃, without ample sunlight.
Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Beehive Ginger in your home 🏡.
How to fertilize Beehive Ginger

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Beehive Ginger after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.
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Mine suddenly died? What do I do? #GingerRoot
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The leaves look like they are being chewed up.. please be kind, I am new to growing and am finding it so therapeutic but im stumbling a bit. #GingerRoot
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I haven’t had time to post in a while, but I just had to share all the growth on my #BitterGinger this summer! He started out as a few rhizomes this spring, but now look at him! He’s quickly becoming one of my favorites 🥰 #PlantsMakePeopleHappy #NewGrowth #HappyPlants
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Traded some snake plants today for some shampoo ginger and others. #BitterGinger
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When should I take the stems off #BitterGinger
Beehive Ginger is sensitive to dry soil and should be watered frequently. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
☀️ Sunlight Needs
Beehive Ginger may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves 🍃 without ample sunlight. Place it less than 3 feet from a window to maximize the potential for growth. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.
🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.
🪴 Soil
Beehive Ginger is very sensitive to dry soil, so choose a potting soil that retains moisture. A good soil will still drain well and contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir or sphagnum moss.
💩 Fertilizer
Beehive Ginger should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as it’s refreshed yearly, you shouldn’t need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!
🧐 Troubleshooting
When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.
Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.
Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.
Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.
Care Summary for Beehive Ginger
Beehive Ginger
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 7 days

< 3ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.
