Sorghum-Sudan Grass

Sorghum x drummondii, Poaceae

Zones

5a–11b

Layer

Herbaceous

Lifespan

Annual

Growth

Fast

Guild Roles

Ground CoverMulch Maker

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (optimal)

Water

LowModerate

Soil pH

5.5 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Adzuki BeanVigna angularis

Nitrogen Fixation

Gum Arabic TreeAcacia senegal

Nitrogen FixationWind Protection

Black-Eyed PeaVigna unguiculata

Physical SupportWind Protection

Yard-Long BeanVigna unguiculata subsp. sesquipedalis

Nitrogen FixationPhysical Support

Bambara GroundnutVigna subterranea

Nitrogen Fixation

Mung BeanVigna radiata

Nitrogen FixationWind Protection

Antagonistic Plants

Lemon EucalyptusEucalyptus citriodora

Strong eucalyptus allelopathy inhibits sorghum-sudan grass germination and establishment

Silver WattleAcacia dealbata

Silver wattle allelopathic compounds inhibit sorghum-sudan grass establishment

Uses

Functions

BiomassSoil BuildingFodder

Common Questions

What zones does Sorghum-Sudan Grass grow in?

Sorghum-Sudan Grass grows in USDA hardiness zones 5a through 11b.

What are good companion plants for Sorghum-Sudan Grass?

Good companions for Sorghum-Sudan Grass include Adzuki Bean, Gum Arabic Tree, Black-Eyed Pea, Yard-Long Bean, Bambara Groundnut.

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