{"product_id":"sorghum-bicolor","title":"Sorghum Bicolor","description":"\u003cp\u003e10 Seeds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSorghum bicolor\u003c\/strong\u003e, commonly known as \u003cstrong\u003esorghum\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a warm-season cereal crop that tolerates heat and drought better than many other grains. In the Gulf, it can grow well when planted during a warm period with adequate irrigation, but the hottest summer conditions should be avoided for young plants.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e🌱 Best Growing Season\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest sowing time:\u003c\/strong\u003e March–April and September–October.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn the cooler Gulf areas, sowing can also be made during \u003cstrong\u003eFebruary\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid sowing during the most extreme summer heat, particularly \u003cstrong\u003eJune–August\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal soil temperature for germination: \u003cstrong\u003e18–30°C\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBest growth occurs in warm conditions with good sunlight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e🌿 Seed Sowing\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose a \u003cstrong\u003esunny location\u003c\/strong\u003e with fertile, well-drained soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSow seeds directly into the soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant seeds approximately \u003cstrong\u003e2–3 cm deep\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpace plants about \u003cstrong\u003e15–25 cm apart\u003c\/strong\u003e for grain production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeave approximately \u003cstrong\u003e45–60 cm between rows\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater thoroughly after sowing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the soil consistently moist until seedlings are established.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e⏱ Germination\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeeds generally germinate within \u003cstrong\u003e5–10 days\u003c\/strong\u003e under suitable conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintain even moisture during germination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid excessive watering or standing water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnce seedlings emerge, provide plenty of direct sunlight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e🌱 Growing \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun, ideally \u003cstrong\u003e6–8 hours daily\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fertile, deep, loose, and well-drained soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water regularly during establishment and important growth stages. Sorghum is relatively drought tolerant once established, but irrigation improves growth and grain production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add compost or well-rotted organic matter before planting. Apply a balanced fertilizer during early growth if needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid excessive nitrogen unless the crop is being grown specifically for vigorous forage production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep weeds controlled during the early growth stage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e🌾 Flowering \u0026amp; Pollination\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSorghum produces flowering panicles above the foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood sunlight and adequate moisture during flowering help improve seed and grain development.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid severe water stress during flowering because it can reduce grain production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e🌾 Harvest\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor \u003cstrong\u003edry grain\u003c\/strong\u003e, allow the seed heads to mature and the grains to become hard and dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest when the grains have reached their mature color and moisture has decreased.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor \u003cstrong\u003egreen forage\u003c\/strong\u003e, harvest according to the intended use and before the plants become excessively mature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry harvested grain thoroughly before storage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e🌡 Gulf Climate Tips\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn very hot areas such as Kuwait and inland Saudi Arabia, avoid establishing young plants during the peak of summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrip irrigation\u003c\/strong\u003e is recommended for efficient water management.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater early in the morning to reduce evaporation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse mulch where practical to conserve soil moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtect young seedlings from strong, hot, dry winds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent drainage is important, especially where frequent irrigation is required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Tohum Dünyasi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48317907960026,"sku":null,"price":0.9,"currency_code":"KWD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0715\/1026\/1978\/files\/sorghum-bicolor-shutterstock_1617828499-600x400.jpg?v=1786290567","url":"https:\/\/www.alldrops.store\/products\/sorghum-bicolor","provider":"All Drops Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}