Keep the soil consistently moist, especially during the growing season. Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry.

Reduce watering in winter when the plant is dormant, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings to prevent root rot.

Prune away dead or yellowing foliage as needed to maintain a tidy appearance and encourage new growth. Cut back spent flower stalks after blooming.

In late autumn or early spring, you can cut back the entire top growth to the ground to allow for fresh emergence.

Japanese Ginger is primarily propagated by dividing its rhizomes. In spring, carefully dig up the plant and divide the fleshy rhizomes into sections, ensuring each piece has at least one bud.

Replant the divisions immediately in well-draining soil.

Repot Japanese Ginger every 2-3 years, or when the rhizomes begin to fill the pot. Spring is the ideal time for repotting, just as new growth appears.

Choose a pot that is slightly larger than the current one, and use a well-draining potting mix.