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Broom Corn Seeds for Planting – Tall Ornamental & Craft Grass

Broom Corn Seeds for Planting – Tall Ornamental & Craft Grass

$16.59 USD
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How to Sow and Plant

Prepare well‑drained fertile soil in a sunny location.

Sow seeds about 1 inch deep in rows after the last frost.

Space plants 12–18 inches apart, with rows 30–36 inches apart.

Keep soil evenly moist until germination (typically 7–14 days).

How to Grow

Provide full sun (6–8 hours daily) and consistent, moderate watering.

Thin seedlings to maintain proper spacing and support strong stalk development.

Mulch lightly to help conserve moisture and prevent weeds.

Stalks may need staking if winds are strong due to height.

Tips

Sow after the last frost when soil is warm.

Harvest stalks when fully tall and seed heads mature for crafts.

Use rich compost to support vigorous growth.

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Features
life-cycle

Life Cycle

Annual

plant-characteristics

Plant Characteristics

Tall

growth-habit

Growth Habit

Upright

bloom-season

Bloom Season

Late Summer

flavour-profile

Flavour Profile

Neutral

suitable-for

Suitable for

Outdoor

About
Broom Corn Seeds for Planting – Tall Ornamental & Craft Grass
seed-type

Seed Type

Non‑GMO

plant-type

Plant Type

Ornamental

Broom Corn (Sorghum bicolor var. technicum) seeds grow into tall, robust grass plants with strong, flexible stalks and distinctive brush‑like seed heads. Traditionally used for broom making and craft uses, broom corn also serves as an ornamental plant that adds vertical interest and texture to gardens. This non‑GMO variety is easy to grow in full sun and well‑drained soil, making it suitable for both beginner and experienced gardeners. Whether used in fall floral arrangements, decorative plantings, or practical craft projects, broom corn delivers striking height and structure with minimal care.

Planting information
planting-season

Planting Season

Spring / Early Summer

fruit-size

Fruit Size

N/A

plant-height

Plant Height

Tall

light-requirement

Light Requirement

Full Sun

water-needs

Water Needs

Moderate

hardiness-zones

Hardiness Zones

5–10

container-garden

Container Garden

Yes

plant-spacing

Plant Spacing

Medium Large

planting-depth

Planting Depth

Shallow to Medium

growing-conditions

Growing Conditions

Well‑drained

Coverage
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
SEED COUNT
100
GTIN
036000103960

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes broom corn different from sweet corn?

Broom corn is a type of sorghum grown for its long seed heads rather than edible corn ears.

Why is broom corn popular for crafts?

The mature seed heads have long fibers traditionally used in decorative handmade projects.

Can broom corn provide garden privacy?

Its tall upright growth can add seasonal screening in suitable garden spaces.

Does broom corn tolerate windy locations?

Strong mature stems generally perform best with adequate growing space and sunlight.

Can broom corn be grown as an ornamental plant?

Yes, its height and distinctive seed heads make it attractive in landscape designs.

Do birds visit broom corn seed heads?

Mature seed heads may attract visiting garden birds.