{"product_id":"turmeric-curcuma-longa-5-bulbs","title":"Turmeric (Curcuma longa) - 5 bulbs","description":"\u003ch1 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"61\"\u003eTurmeric Rhizomes 5-Pack – Grow Fresh Curcuma longa at Home\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"63\" data-end=\"386\"\u003eBring sunshine to your kitchen garden with this easy, rewarding crop. 🌞 Our 5-pack of turmeric rhizomes (Curcuma longa) lets you grow your own richly flavoured spice, a natural fabric dye, and a beautiful leafy plant—all in one. Expect lush, tropical foliage, creamy blooms, and that warm, golden glow in your cooking. 🍛✨\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"388\" data-end=\"419\"\u003eWhat makes this pack special\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"420\" data-end=\"782\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"420\" data-end=\"483\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"422\" data-end=\"483\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"422\" data-end=\"447\"\u003eFive quality rhizomes\u003c\/strong\u003e for generous planting—pots or beds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"484\" data-end=\"570\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"486\" data-end=\"570\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"486\" data-end=\"509\"\u003eBold, fresh flavour\u003c\/strong\u003e that shop spice can’t match—peppery, citrusy, deeply earthy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"571\" data-end=\"659\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"573\" data-end=\"659\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"573\" data-end=\"597\"\u003eBeautiful and useful\u003c\/strong\u003e—ornamental foliage, edible rhizomes, natural dye for fabrics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"660\" data-end=\"782\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"662\" data-end=\"782\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"662\" data-end=\"699\"\u003ePerfect for South African gardens\u003c\/strong\u003e—thrives in our warm summers; easy in containers up north where winter frost bites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"784\" data-end=\"809\"\u003eThe feel-good benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"810\" data-end=\"1056\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"810\" data-end=\"900\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"812\" data-end=\"900\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"812\" data-end=\"841\"\u003eConfidence in the kitchen\u003c\/strong\u003e—harvest exactly when you want peak flavour and aroma. 🧡\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"901\" data-end=\"974\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"903\" data-end=\"974\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"903\" data-end=\"934\"\u003eSatisfying self-sufficiency\u003c\/strong\u003e—from soil to spice jar, you did that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"975\" data-end=\"1056\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"977\" data-end=\"1056\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"977\" data-end=\"1010\"\u003eCalm, low-maintenance growing\u003c\/strong\u003e—a forgiving plant once it’s warm and settled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1058\" data-end=\"1091\"\u003eHow to grow (SA-friendly tips)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1092\" data-end=\"2057\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1092\" data-end=\"1216\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1094\" data-end=\"1216\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1094\" data-end=\"1105\"\u003eSeason:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant \u003cstrong data-start=\"1112\" data-end=\"1138\"\u003espring to early summer\u003c\/strong\u003e after frost risk (Sept–Nov in cooler regions; earlier in frost-free areas).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1217\" data-end=\"1313\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1219\" data-end=\"1313\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1219\" data-end=\"1229\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1230\" data-end=\"1269\"\u003eBright, indirect sun or light shade\u003c\/strong\u003e—especially welcome in hot inland summers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1314\" data-end=\"1423\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1316\" data-end=\"1423\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1316\" data-end=\"1325\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1326\" data-end=\"1355\"\u003eRich, loose, well-drained\u003c\/strong\u003e mix. Blend compost + a bit of coarse sand. Target \u003cstrong data-start=\"1406\" data-end=\"1420\"\u003epH 5.5–7.0\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1424\" data-end=\"1507\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1426\" data-end=\"1507\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1426\" data-end=\"1446\"\u003eSpacing \u0026amp; depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Set rhizomes \u003cstrong data-start=\"1460\" data-end=\"1475\"\u003e3–5 cm deep\u003c\/strong\u003e, buds up, \u003cstrong data-start=\"1486\" data-end=\"1498\"\u003e30–40 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1508\" data-end=\"1642\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1510\" data-end=\"1642\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1510\" data-end=\"1523\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep \u003cstrong data-start=\"1529\" data-end=\"1545\"\u003eevenly moist\u003c\/strong\u003e through the growing season—never waterlogged. Reduce watering as leaves yellow in late autumn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1643\" data-end=\"1751\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1645\" data-end=\"1751\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1645\" data-end=\"1657\"\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Monthly light feeds of \u003cstrong data-start=\"1681\" data-end=\"1712\"\u003ebalanced organic fertiliser\u003c\/strong\u003e or compost tea during active growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1752\" data-end=\"1860\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1754\" data-end=\"1860\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1754\" data-end=\"1769\"\u003eContainers:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25–30 cm wide pots (or larger) with drainage work brilliantly; mulch to keep roots cool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1861\" data-end=\"2057\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1863\" data-end=\"2057\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1863\" data-end=\"1905\"\u003eWinter care (Highveld \u0026amp; cooler zones):\u003c\/strong\u003e Plants \u003cstrong data-start=\"1913\" data-end=\"1927\"\u003ego dormant\u003c\/strong\u003e. Foliage dies back—\u003cstrong data-start=\"1947\" data-end=\"1997\"\u003ekeep rhizomes dry-ish and protected from frost\u003c\/strong\u003e. Move pots under cover or lift\/store rhizomes until spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2059\" data-end=\"2075\"\u003eHarvest \u0026amp; use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2076\" data-end=\"2428\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2076\" data-end=\"2155\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2078\" data-end=\"2155\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2078\" data-end=\"2089\"\u003eTiming:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"2090\" data-end=\"2105\"\u003e8–10 months\u003c\/strong\u003e after planting—when leaves yellow and die back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2156\" data-end=\"2270\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2158\" data-end=\"2270\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2158\" data-end=\"2177\"\u003eFresh vs cured:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use fresh for maximum zing, or \u003cstrong data-start=\"2209\" data-end=\"2233\"\u003eboil, dry, and grind\u003c\/strong\u003e for a longer-keeping pantry spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2271\" data-end=\"2428\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2273\" data-end=\"2428\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2273\" data-end=\"2296\"\u003eBeyond the kitchen:\u003c\/strong\u003e Create \u003cstrong data-start=\"2304\" data-end=\"2326\"\u003enatural golden dye\u003c\/strong\u003e for fabric and craft projects.\u003cbr data-start=\"2357\" data-end=\"2360\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"2360\" data-end=\"2428\"\u003e(Traditional uses are widely reported; this isn’t medical advice.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2430\" data-end=\"2449\"\u003eQuick highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2450\" data-end=\"2664\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2450\" data-end=\"2517\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2452\" data-end=\"2517\"\u003e🌿 Tropical look, compact habit—great for patios and courtyards\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2518\" data-end=\"2567\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2520\" data-end=\"2567\"\u003e🪴 Container-friendly; ideal for small spaces\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2568\" data-end=\"2617\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2570\" data-end=\"2617\"\u003e🌱 Vigorous growers in warm, humid conditions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2618\" data-end=\"2664\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2620\" data-end=\"2664\"\u003e🧵 Natural dye potential for creative makers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Hadeco","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45967967944901,"sku":"800903190P-684","price":145.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2294\/4179\/files\/Tumeric.png?v=1775656374","url":"https:\/\/ubuntuberg.com\/products\/turmeric-curcuma-longa-5-bulbs","provider":"Ubuntuberg Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}