How long does it take to grow Sesame?

Sesame takes approximately 110 days from planting to harvest.

How much sun does Sesame need?

Sesame requires full sun (6+ hours direct sunlight per day).

Plant Sesame at 9/sqft (4" apart) using square foot gardening spacing.

Sesame is frost-sensitive and should not be exposed to frost.

Sesame seeds germinate in 5-10 days at an optimal temperature of 85°F.

Start Sesame seeds indoors 6 weeks before your last frost date.

Pedaliaceae family

Days to Harvest110 days

SunlightFull Sun

Frost ToleranceNone

Spacing9/sqft (4" apart)

Germination5-10 days

HardinessVery Tender

Germ. Temp85°F

Start Indoors6 weeks before last frost

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