Ginger Lily Flower Bulbs (Shampoo Ginger)

About Ginger Lily Flower Bulbs (Shampoo Ginger)

Shampoo Ginger Lily (Zingiber zerumbet) is grown for its lush green foliage and unique cone-shaped flower heads filled with aromatic liquid, traditionally valued in Indian households for its ornamental appeal and traditional use in skin and hair care.

How to Plant

1. Soak the bulb in water for 6-8 hours before planting.
2. Choose a pot or soil bed with good drainage.
3. Plant the bulb 5-7 cm deep, with the pointed side facing up.
4. Keep the soil moist but not soggy.
5. Place the pot in a semi-shaded location until sprouting occurs (2-3 weeks).

Light, Water & Soil

• Light: Partial shade to filtered sunlight; suits balconies and terraces well.
• Water: Keep soil consistently moist during the growing season; reduce watering in winter.
• Soil: Well-drained loamy soil, enriched with organic compost or cow dung manure.
• Climate: Suited to tropical and subtropical regions; loves warm, humid weather but cannot tolerate frost.

Planting Season & Blooming

Ideal planting time is early monsoon (June-August) or the start of spring. Flower cones typically appear during late monsoon to early winter (August-November).

Care & Pruning

• Apply organic compost every 20-25 days for healthy growth.
• Remove dry leaves regularly to maintain plant health.
• Generally pest-free, though an occasional neem oil spray helps keep insects away.

Note: This listing ships the flower bulb only, not a blooming plant. Bloom timing shown is typical for this variety under suitable growing conditions - we don't promise a fixed date. Generally considered low-toxicity for pets, part of the ginger family, but as with any bulb ingestion in quantity isn't recommended.