Sorghum, Milo, Broomcorn, Durra, Karrir-corn, Guinea-corn, Shattercane
Sorghumbicolor 'Black and White'

Family: Poaceae (poh-AY-see-ee)
Genus: Sorghum (SOR-gum)
Species: bicolor (BY-kul-ur)
Cultivar: Black and White

Category
Annuals
Edible Fruits and Nuts
Ornamental Grasses and Bamboo

Water Requirements

Sun Exposure
Full Sun

Foliage

Foliage Color

Height
4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)

Spacing
3-6 in. (7-15 cm)
6-9 in. (15-22 cm)
9-12 in. (22-30 cm)

Hardiness
Not Applicable

Where to Grow

Danger

Bloom Color

Bloom Characteristics

Bloom Size

Bloom Time

Other details

Soil pH requirements

Patent Information

Propagation Methods
From seed; direct sow after last frost

Seed Collecting
Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored