[Syrupmakers] Newbie question on growing ranges

[Dave]

I'm trying to find out if I am being realistic in trying to grow sweet
sorghum varieties in my area (Maryland/Pennsylvania state line). I listed
below 2 varieties that I found that might be. If any of you know anything
about these 2 or something that might be more suitable it would be
appreciated. Also don't hesitate to tell me if I am wasting my time trying
in my locale.

 

 
Thanks in advance,

 
Dave V.

 

 

Mennonite Sorghum heirloom from the Jamesport, Missouri region. This old
fashioned cane sorghum is used for making a light-colored syrup on pancakes
or waffles. Stalks are tall and thick. The red-hulled seed may be ground to
make flour, especially for pancakes.

 

Black Amber Cane Sorghum 99 days. An Heirloom from R.C. Mauldin of the
Southwestern Seed Service Lab in Waco, TX. Reintroduced by SESE in 1997. One
of the earliest sweet canes introduced to American agriculture. It was
supplanted by 'Redtop' which has a higher yield. Used primarily as a syrup
sorghum. As a silage crop it has the hay and wild game quality of 'Merit'.
Makes a good intercrop with beans and peas. Stalks range from 6-8', bearing
large shiny black seeds. 

 

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