Talks and Workshops for Adults
The Ginger family Zingiberaceae has various edible plants that are consumed worldwide. There are also gingers that are cultivated as ornamental plants and used in traditional medicine. The rhizomes, leaves and even flowers of some species are edible. Due to their fragrance and spicy taste, they are popular as spices and flavouring agents. This talk will cover Common ginger, Turmeric and Cekur. These three ginger species are suitable for beginners and apartment dwellers who prefer growing gingers in pots.
Over 1 hour, attendees will learn about:
- Ecological habitats and distribution
- Plant characteristics
- Light, fertiliser and potting media requirements
- Propagation methods of Common Ginger, Turmeric and Cekur
- Date:Saturday, 28 March 2026
- Time: 10.00 – 11.00 am
- Venue:Centre for Education and Outreach
- Singapore Botanic Gardens
- Fee:Free
Image Credit: Singapore Botanic Gardens
When
28 March, 10:00.
Age
18+
Price
Free
Telephone number
+65 6471 7138
+65 6471 7361
+65 6471 9937
Links
Address
Singapore1 Cluny Road, Singapore 259569
How to get there?
By bus alighting at Napier/Holland Road (Tanglin Gate)
- SBS Transit 7, 105, 123, 174,174e
- SMRT 75, 77, 106, NR8
- Nearest MRT Station : Orchard MRT (North-South Line) and a 5-min bus ride to Tanglin Gate
By bus alighting at Bukit Timah/Dunearn Road (Bukit Timah Gate or Jacob Ballas Children’s Garden)
- SBS Transit 48, 66, 151, 153, 154, 156, 170
- SMRT 67, 171
- Nearest MRT Station : Botanic Gardens MRT Station (Circle Line & Downtown Line)
By Taxi
There are taxi drop-off/pick-up points at the following major entrances:
- Botany Centre, Tanglin Gate (via junction of Holland/Napier Road)