Millets (/ ˈmɪlɪts /) [1] are a highly varied group of small-seeded grasses, widely grown around the world as cereal crops or grains for fodder and human food. Most millets belong to the tribe …

Aug 16, 2023 · Millet, commonly called pearl millet, is an ornamental plant used to add height and a splash of color to gardens. The plant is leafy with an upright growth habit, producing long, …

Oct 13, 2025 · To grow millet at home, plant the seeds in the spring in a spot where they will be warm and get indirect sunlight. Make sure you bury the seeds about 1/4 of an inch into the soil …

Aug 20, 2024 · Although the seed is the main attraction, people grow millet for various reasons. It is an excellent cover crop, great fodder for livestock and domesticated animals, forage for …

Millet isn’t a single plant but rather an agricultural term for a few similar plants. Millet is a member of the grass (Poaceae aka Gramineae) family and is indigenous to parts of Africa and Asia. Its …

Jun 30, 2025 · The first thing to realize is that “millet” is a category of several small-seeded grasses rather than a single plant. The most important first step is selecting the appropriate …

May 24, 2023 · Learn to grow millet, a fast-growing late-season crop, easily adaptable in the kitchen, and outstrips many more common grains as a nutritional powerhouse.