Sugar Drip Sorghum

Sorghum bicolor subsp. bicolor Seeds per pack ~ 100 Germination: 96% July 2024 (Packed for 2025) 'Sugar Drip' is one of the earliest-maturing cane sorghum varieties for the South, and one of the most widely grown varieties in the mountains of Appalachia. Grows 6-8 ft. tall; susceptible to lodging (falling over) if not harvested early. Used for early production of very good quality syrup. Matures in 100 - 120 days. Origins and History Sugar Drip Sorghum (Sorghum bicolor) is a traditional heirloom sorghum long prized in the American South for its sweetness and versatility. It is one of the earliest-maturing syrup sorghums, likely derived from African introductions carried to the Americas during the 19th century. By the mid-1800s, it had become a favored variety for small farmers seeking a reliable source of both grain and cane syrup. Its name reflects its reputation for “dripping with sugar,” producing high-yielding stalks that are especially suited for molasses-making. Appearance and C