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Is millet an annual or a perennial?

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Millet is considered an annual plant. This means it will not grow back year after year.

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Where is millet grown?

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It is grown in places like eastern Asia, the Soviet Union, and China. While in the US, it is located mainly in the Dakota states, Colorado, and Nebraska.

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How tall does millet grow?

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Most grow between 18-24 inches in height, but they can reach up to a height of 5 feet or more.

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How long does it take for Japanese millet to come up?

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It will take between 60-70 days depending on the weather, temperature, and climate of the region.

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How many days does it takes for millet sprouts to grow?

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The time period may vary, but generally the first signs of growth occur within 2 weeks.

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How long does it take to grow millet from seed?

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60 - 90 days.

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What kind of soil do I need to grow millet?

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Well-drained soil with organic compost or nitrogen-rich fertilizer is best for millet seeds.

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When is the best time to cut millet for feed?

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Cut it just as you see seeds emerging or just as it's bolting.

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Where did millet originate?

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Pearl or cattail millet originated in the African savannah and has been grown since prehistoric times. It is grown extensively in Africa, Asia, India and the Near East as a food grain. It was introduced into the United States at an early date but was seldom grown until 1875.

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How many times a day do I feed budgerigars?

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My best friend has 2 parakeets and she feeds them twice a day. Try feeding them twice every day.

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How long does it take for the seeds to germinate?

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The seedlings should sprout within a few days.

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What is the best kind of millet to grow for birds in the United States Midwest?

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Pearl millet is a popular variety.

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If I mix different varieties of millet and then bury them into the soil, will it produce a modified plant?

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No. Each seed will grow a plant of its own variety, as you would need a lab environment to actually "mix" the seed varieties. This will merely result in a patch of unidentified plants competing for food and nutrients.

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What are the weapons used in millet production?

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There are no weapons used in millet producing. Millet is a crop for bird and human consumption, first cultivated in various regions of Africa.

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Can I grow millet indoors?

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You can grow millet indoors if you give the plants enough bright indirect sunlight. You'll need to experiment a bit before getting it right.

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