Broom Corn (Sorghum bicolor) is a sorghum species that can be used for traditional broom making, but is also: a fast growing biomass cover crop and edible grain producer that can be used for flours, syrup, or just cooked whole.
Common Name:
Mixed Broom Corn
Scientific Name:
Sorghum bicolor
Plant Lifespan:
Annual
Cold Hardiness (F):
Zone 10a (30 to 35)
Light Requirements:
Full Sun (min. 6 hours a day)
Seed In:
Mid Spring (Apr 21 - May 20), Late Spring (May 21 - Jun 20), Early Summer (Jun 21 - Jul 20), and Mid Summer (Jul 21 - Aug 20)
