hardiness zone

8 - 11

latin name

Curcuma longa

pollination requirements

Self-pollinating, cross-pollination and hand pollination can help increase the resilience against diseases.

site and soil

full sun to partial shade. Turmeric grows best in loose, well-drained soil that's high in organic matter. You can use sandy loam or loamy soil.

Size at Maturity

3-4 ft

Turmeric

Name: Turmeric
Brand: Planting Justice
SKU: PJ-1767-TUR-ORG
Price: 11.0 USD
Availability: OutOfStock

Curcuma longa

$11.00

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Certification

organic

Quantity must be 1 or more

Tropical rhizomatous herbaceous perennial in the ginger family. Turmeric has been a vital part of Ayurvedic medicine for centuries, regarded as an excellent tonic and blood purifier. Commonly referred to as 'The Golden Healer' Curcumin is the compound in Turmeric responsible for its incredible medicinal effects: potent antioxident, anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, anti- microbial, protective effect on the liver, as well as its positive effect on hardening of the arteries.

Nice looking plant with aromatic leaves. Hardy Zone 9-11, will die back to root in winter and then a portion can be harvested.

USDA Organic

Pot Size: 4x6in

Plant Size : 6in +

USDA Hardiness: 9-11

hardiness zone

8 - 11

latin name

Curcuma longa

pollination requirements

Self-pollinating, cross-pollination and hand pollination can help increase the resilience against diseases.

site and soil

full sun to partial shade. Turmeric grows best in loose, well-drained soil that's high in organic matter. You can use sandy loam or loamy soil.

Size at Maturity

3-4 ft