Foxtail Millet Red Jewel - 250 seeds

Planting information to grow Millet from seed

Plant type: annual grass
Height: flowers grow 80-100 centimeters tall
Position: full sun or partial shade
Planting time: sow in spring
Bloom time: starts 70 days after sowing
Spacing: 30-40 centimeters between each plant
Germination: Takes 7-14 days in temperatures of 15-20°C fluctuation in temperature helps with germination
Pinching/pruning: not needed
Flowers: summer and autumn, depending on the weather
Pollinator-friendly: no, but seeds attract birds.
Recommended seed tray or pot: start in 40 cell trays (4-5 cm) and if needed pot up to 15-cell trays (7-9cm) or P9 flower pots
The package contains: 250 seeds

Grow instruction

To grow Setaria italica 'Red Jewel' from seed, start the seeds a few weeks before the last expected frost date in seed trays. Use well-draining seed compost for optimal growth. Since this grass is not winter-hardy, it's essential to sow the seeds early enough to allow seed development if you like to use the seeds as bird food. After the last frost date, transplant the seedlings into well-draining soil in a sunny spot, spacing them about 40 cm apart. This will ensure they have enough room to thrive and reach their full potential.