When is the right time to plant?
Japanese Millet has a minimum germination temp of 48 °F. Reference your average soil temperature to determine ideal planting time.
Read this article for more info: When Can I Start Planting?
Basic Info
| N Fix Potential | None |
| Seeds/lb | 120,000 |
| C/N at Maturity | High |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Root Type/Depth | Medium Fibrous |
| Cold Kill | 32 °F |
| Dry Matter Potential | 1- 4 tons/acre |
Use & Characteristics
| Maturity | 60-70 days |
| Lasting Residue | Very Good |
| Palatability | Good |
| Hay Harvest | Very Good |
| Regrowth | Good |
| Deep Compaction | Good |
| Surface Compaction | Good |
| Weed Suppression | Very Good |
| Crimp Kill | Difficult |
Planting
| Plant Depth | 1/4 - 1" |
| Min Germ Temp | 48 °F |
| Drilled Seed Rate | 15-20 lbs/acre |
| Broadcast Seed Rate | 25-30 lbs/acre |
Tolerance
| Heat | Good |
| Drought | Fair |
| Shade | Fair |
| Wet Soil | Excellent |
| Low Fertility | Good |
| Low pH Soil | Excellent |
| High pH Salinity | Very Good |
| High pH Calcareous | Good |
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