Climate

• Ginger is a tropical plant adapted for cultivation even in regions of subtropical climate such as the high ranges.
• It is shade tolerant/loving crop with shallow roots and therefore suitable for intercropping and as a component in the homesteads where low to medium shade is available.

Soil

• Prefers a rich soil with high humus content.
• Being an exhausting crop, ginger is not cultivated continuously in the same field but shifting cultivation is practised.
• Crop cannot withstand waterlogging and hence soils with good drainage are preferred.