Sorghum bicolor (Great Millet) - Image 3

Botanical name: Sorghum bicolor

Common names: Great Millet, Broomcorn, Milo

Family: Poaceae

Origin: Africa

USDA Zone: 8-11

Cold tolerance: 35°F

Plant type: Fruit or edible
Fruit type: Fruit or edible
Small plant 2-5 ftPlant form: Small
Plant mature sizeMature height: 2-5 ft
Full sunSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor
Subtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short timeCold tolerance: Tolerates light freezing to about 30°F for short periods (mature plants). Young plants must be protected.
Watering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Moderate
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Sorghum bicolor (Great Millet) orange fruit close up against green background.
Sorghum bicolor (Great Millet) orange fruit maturing on the stem.


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