Rainbow Colors Broom Corn
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Rainbow Mixed Colors Broom Corn is a stunning addition to any garden, offering vibrant plumes ranging in shades of red, orange, purple, pink, and yellow that can be admired throughout the growing season. Growing on tall woody stalks that reach up to 16 feet tall, Rainbow Colors Mix Broom Corn is perfect for both decorative and practical purposes, as its sturdy stalks can be harvested to craft handmade brooms, wreaths, or other creative projects. Its tall, graceful appearance makes it an excellent choice for creating natural privacy screens or adding texture and height to flower beds. Gardeners will love its ability to thrive in various conditions, making it a hardy and reliable crop. Additionally, Rainbow Mixed Colors Broom Corn is a favorite for attracting pollinators like bees and butterflies, enhancing the biodiversity and beauty of your outdoor space.
Also Known As: Sorghum, Great Millet, Guinea Corn, Durra, Imphee, Jowar, Milo, Sorghum Bicolor, Decorative Broom Corn, Multi-Color Sorghum, Rainbow Sorghum, Colorful Broom Corn, Harvest Sorghum, Craft Rainbow Corn, Mixed Tassel Sorghum, Ornamental Broom Corn, Spectrum Sorghum.
*Fungicide-treated seeds protect the seedlings from diseases until they are up and growing. Do not eat treated seeds.
**Seeds are freshly packed for the growing season of the year listed. Seeds are still viable beyond pack date. Store in a cool and dry location such as the refrigerator or basement to best preserve germination rates.
Planting Instructions:
Soil Preparation:
Remove weeds, large rocks, and litter from the planting area. Leave small weeds and dead grass, they will enrich the soil when turned under. Spade or till the soil 6-8 inches deep. Loosening the soil will help the plant establish strong roots. If the soil is heavy or clay-like, mix in some sand or compost to improve drainage. Optionally, form rows of soil beds 4-6 inches high and at least 2 feet apart. This formation of ridges will help with drainage, ensure good airflow, and make harvesting for cut flowers easier.
Planting:
Broom corn are best direct-sown because they don’t transplant well. Plant broom corn outdoors in spring when soil temperatures warm to at least 60F. To plant, make holes 1/2 inch deep and spaced 6 inches apart down the rows of raised beds. Plant 1-3 seeds per hole, planting 2-3 seeds if choosing to thin to the strongest plant. When thinning, determine the strongest and healthiest plant, then remove all other plants, narrowing to a single plant per hole. Cover seeds thinly with soil and water after planting.
Planting Depth: 1/2 inch
Within-Row Spacing: 6 inches
Between-Row Spacing: 2-3 feet
Care During the Season:
Watering: Water the plants deeply, soaking the soil to a depth of 6-8 inches, once a week. If there is no rainfall, water 2 times a week. Sandy soils may need to be watered more often than heavy clay soils.
Weeding: Keeping plants weed-free improves production. If plowing or hoeing, do not dig deeper than 1 inch to prevent from cutting the feeder roots.
Fertilizing: Once seedlings are established, 3-4 weeks after planting, you may optionally apply 2 tablespoons of a complete fertilizer around each hole, or 1-2 pounds per 100 square feet, without letting the fertilizer touch the plants. Optionally, apply again mid-season in nutrient-poor soil. Water plants after fertilizing.
Insecticides: Insecticides may be used to protect plants. Bt-based insecticides and sulfur are organic options that can be used for prevention. Sulfur also has fungicidal properties and helps in controlling many diseases. Before using a pesticide, read the label and follow cautions, warnings and directions.
Diseases: If spots or mold appear, treat plants with an approved fungicide. Neem oil, sulfur, and other fungicides may be used. When using fungicides always follow label directions.
Harvesting:
Broom corn are ready to harvest when the seed heads have fully formed and are firm to the touch, about 100-120 days after planting. Cut the stalks at the base and hang them upside down to dry if you plan to use them for crafts or decoration.
Also Known As: Sorghum, Great Millet, Guinea Corn, Durra, Imphee, Jowar, Milo, Sorghum Bicolor, Decorative Broom Corn, Multi-Color Sorghum, Rainbow Sorghum, Colorful Broom Corn, Harvest Sorghum, Craft Rainbow Corn, Mixed Tassel Sorghum, Ornamental Broom Corn, Spectrum Sorghum.
| Plant Name: | Broom Corn, Rainbow Colors |
| Latin Name: | Sorghum bicolor |
| Days to Germinate: | 7-14 |
| Days to Harvest: | 100 |
| Plant Height: | 6 - 16 Feet |
| Spread: | 2 - 3 Feet |
| Bloom Diameter: | 12 - 18 Inches |
| Growth Habit: | Upright |
| USDA Zones: | 2-12 |
| Lifespan: | Annual |
| Brand: | TomorrowSeeds |
| Sunlight: | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
| Pollination: | Heirloom, Open-Pollinated |
| GMO: | No |
| Fungicide-Treated Seeds*: | No |
| Seeds Packed For**: | 2025 |
**Seeds are freshly packed for the growing season of the year listed. Seeds are still viable beyond pack date. Store in a cool and dry location such as the refrigerator or basement to best preserve germination rates.
Planting Instructions:
Soil Preparation:
Remove weeds, large rocks, and litter from the planting area. Leave small weeds and dead grass, they will enrich the soil when turned under. Spade or till the soil 6-8 inches deep. Loosening the soil will help the plant establish strong roots. If the soil is heavy or clay-like, mix in some sand or compost to improve drainage. Optionally, form rows of soil beds 4-6 inches high and at least 2 feet apart. This formation of ridges will help with drainage, ensure good airflow, and make harvesting for cut flowers easier.
Planting:
Broom corn are best direct-sown because they don’t transplant well. Plant broom corn outdoors in spring when soil temperatures warm to at least 60F. To plant, make holes 1/2 inch deep and spaced 6 inches apart down the rows of raised beds. Plant 1-3 seeds per hole, planting 2-3 seeds if choosing to thin to the strongest plant. When thinning, determine the strongest and healthiest plant, then remove all other plants, narrowing to a single plant per hole. Cover seeds thinly with soil and water after planting.
Planting Depth: 1/2 inch
Within-Row Spacing: 6 inches
Between-Row Spacing: 2-3 feet
Care During the Season:
Watering: Water the plants deeply, soaking the soil to a depth of 6-8 inches, once a week. If there is no rainfall, water 2 times a week. Sandy soils may need to be watered more often than heavy clay soils.
Weeding: Keeping plants weed-free improves production. If plowing or hoeing, do not dig deeper than 1 inch to prevent from cutting the feeder roots.
Fertilizing: Once seedlings are established, 3-4 weeks after planting, you may optionally apply 2 tablespoons of a complete fertilizer around each hole, or 1-2 pounds per 100 square feet, without letting the fertilizer touch the plants. Optionally, apply again mid-season in nutrient-poor soil. Water plants after fertilizing.
Insecticides: Insecticides may be used to protect plants. Bt-based insecticides and sulfur are organic options that can be used for prevention. Sulfur also has fungicidal properties and helps in controlling many diseases. Before using a pesticide, read the label and follow cautions, warnings and directions.
Diseases: If spots or mold appear, treat plants with an approved fungicide. Neem oil, sulfur, and other fungicides may be used. When using fungicides always follow label directions.
Harvesting:
Broom corn are ready to harvest when the seed heads have fully formed and are firm to the touch, about 100-120 days after planting. Cut the stalks at the base and hang them upside down to dry if you plan to use them for crafts or decoration.
