Egyptian Wheat Seed Growing Guide
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Planting Calendar
Growing Details
Spring Window
Fall Window
Planting Depth
1/2 to 1 inch
Seeding Rate (LBS/Acre)
15
Planting Method
Broadcast and incorporate lightly or drill at 1/2-1 inch. Plant after last frost when soils are warm. Ensure good seed-to-soil contact.
Germination
5-10 days
Egyptian wheat (Sorghum durra) is a tall warm-season annual sorghum that can reach 8-12 feet in height, making it ideal for wildlife screening, wind breaks, and grain production. It thrives in heat and tolerates drought once established. Plant after all frost danger has passed and soil temperatures exceed 65°F. It produces abundant seed heads that provide high-energy food for birds, deer, and other wildlife. Egyptian wheat grows rapidly and creates excellent structural cover for upland game birds and deer.
Seed Amount Calculator for Egyptian Wheat Seed
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Calculation based on seeding rate: 15 lbs per acre.
Results are estimates — adjust for your conditions, overseeding, etc.
Results are estimates — adjust for your conditions, overseeding, etc.
How to Calculate Square Feet
Rectangle or Square
Square Feet = Length × Width
Example: 20 ft × 30 ft = 600 sq ft
Example: 20 ft × 30 ft = 600 sq ft
Circle
Square Feet = 3.14 × Radius × Radius
Example: radius 10 ft = 3.14 × 10 × 10 = 314 sq ft
Example: radius 10 ft = 3.14 × 10 × 10 = 314 sq ft