Seeds per gram: 2500
Average germination rate: 80%
Package sizes
- 100 seeds — 80 plants — yields about 64–96 lb of stalks
- 1000 seeds — 800 plants — yields about 640–960 lb of stalks
Plant growth and coverage
- Upright, compact clumping habit with smooth, non-stringy stalks
- Height: 30–45 cm (12–18 in)
- Spread: 20–30 cm (8–12 in)
- Spacing: 20–25 cm (8–10 in) between plants; 45–60 cm (18–24 in) between rows
- Prefers full sun to partial shade; keep soil consistently moist and well-drained
Choosing a packet size
- The 100-seed packet is ideal for home gardeners and small beds, providing plenty for a family patch or a couple of succession sowings.
- The 1000-seed packet suits larger gardens, market growers, and community plots aiming for continuous harvests and higher yields.