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An arrangement of Honey Drip Sorghum heads with honey against a white background.
Seed heads and canes of Honey Drip Sorghum with sorghum syrup and pancakes on a bright blue background.
A close-up of Honey Drip Sorghum seeds and cane with honey on a wood background.
Dried Honey Drip Sorghum stalks on a concrete background.
Honey Drip Sorghum growing on the Baker Creek farm against an autumn blue sky.
An arrangement of Honey Drip Sorghum heads with honey against a white background.
Seed heads and canes of Honey Drip Sorghum with sorghum syrup and pancakes on a bright blue background.
A close-up of Honey Drip Sorghum seeds and cane with honey on a wood background.
Dried Honey Drip Sorghum stalks on a concrete background.
Honey Drip Sorghum growing on the Baker Creek farm against an autumn blue sky.

Sorghum Seeds,
Honey Drip

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Description

A classic Southern sorghum favorite, known for its sweet, rich flavor and versatile use. This variety is a go-to for making traditional sorghum syrup, with a natural sweetness that makes it perfect for drizzling over biscuits, pancakes, and more. It also produces a reliable grain, making it a great all-around plant for those looking to capture the essence of Southern agriculture. Whether you’re crafting syrup or adding a touch of sweetness to your meals, Honey Drip delivers on both flavor and tradition. Plants typically reach 8 to 10 feet tall and are topped with upright, honey-colored seed heads that glow in the sun.

Plant Details

Botanical Name
Sorghum bicolor
Life Cycle
Annual
Sun Requirement
Full sun
Days to Germinate
4–10
Days to Maturity
102
Planting Depth
¼ in.
Plant Spacing
8–12 in.
Ideal Temperature
60–90°F
Frost Hardy
No

Growing Guide

When to Grow

Direct sow Honey Drip three to four weeks after your last spring frost, when the weather has really warmed and the soil is holding 60 to 65 degrees F. Set the seed 1/4 inch deep and one inch apart; it sprouts in 4 to 10 days, and the stand should be thinned to 8 to 12 inches in the row. Count on about 102 days to maturity, and give plants only average soil and moisture along the way.

How to Sow and Plant

  • Sow seeds directly into soil three to four weeks after the last frost date or when soil has warmed up to 60-65 degrees consistently.
  • Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep, one inch apart.
  • Thin to four to six inches apart in the rows.
  • Seeds germinate in 4-10 days.

How to Grow

  • Straw mulch can be used, but sorghum grows quickly and usually shades out and out-competes weeds.
  • Sorghum is drought tolerant, but if leaves begin to curl in super dry conditions, give the plants a drink.
  • This is a care-free plant; it does not take much except heat to thrive.
  • Expect your plants to grow from 8 to 12 feet high.

PESTS/SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS

  • Sorghum demands hot summer weather. Northern growers should look for short-season varieties.

How to Save Seeds

  • Sorghum is wind-pollinated, but it will not cross with anything except other sorghum varieties. It is wise to grow just one variety a year to avoid contamination. Caging techniques may also be employed to avoid crossing varieties.
  • Allow seeds to dry on the plants.
  • They can be handpicked or harvested by cutting off the flower heads and placing them in a bag. To release the seeds from the chaff, use a rubber mallet or step firmly on the bag to crush the heads.
  • Seeds will remain viable for up to 5 years.

FAQ

What does Honey Drip look like in the garden?

Plants typically reach 8 to 10 feet tall and are topped with upright, honey-colored seed heads that glow in the sun.

Is this a syrup sorghum or a grain sorghum?

Both. It is a go-to for making traditional sorghum syrup, with a sweet, rich flavor for drizzling over biscuits and pancakes, and it also produces a reliable grain.

Does it need much care once it is up?

Very little. Sorghum is drought tolerant and does not take much except heat to thrive. Water only if the leaves begin to curl in super dry conditions.

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