German Golden Millet Seed - 5 LB Bulk ~1,100,000 Seeds - Whole - Non-GMO, Open Pollinated - Farm & Garden Grain Seed - Birdfeed

This particular strain has been around for some time but the first time we can document being sold as seed was in 1889. Super popular in feed mixes for exotic birds like finches and canaries but many birds delight in this millet. Most people hang the entire sprig in the cage for birds to eat. Excellent for those birders looking to attract rare birds to their garden.<br> Millet is used as a porridge or breakfast food in many countries. Golden German millet is a late maturing warm season annual crop. It has medium stem thickness and numerous broad leaves up the stem. The heads are dense and bristly resembling the heads of the Green Foxtail but much larger.<br> The crop has good resistance to lodging and diseases. The seed is golden yellow in color. It is shallow rooted but tolerates short periods of drought during the growing season. Golden German Millet produces most of its' growth during July and August. The crop remains vegetative and grows rapidly whenever moisture is available. <br><br>Sustainable Seed Company values food independence and sustainability through green agricultural and business practices. Our mission is to ensure a more sustainable future with healthier food options and integrity to the quality of our products. We do this by preserving one of our most precious resources - seeds!

• German Golden Millet Seed - 5 LB ~1 100 000 Seeds - Setaria italica
• Superior Germination Rates - Non-GMO - Open Pollinated
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