Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Poaceae

Genus:

Sorghum

Species:

Sorghum almum

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Graminoid

Height:

8-12 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

jun, jul, aug, sep, oct, nov

Native Range

United States: Alabama, Florida, Illinois, Louisiana, Mississippi, Ohio, Oregon, Texas, Wisconsin

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

fertile, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

prefers open, sunny environments