Sugar Cane Organic Seeds (Saccharum officinarum) Tall, tropical grass with sweet stalks. Grow your own sugar source at home! Great for edible landscaping and permaculture gardens.
Minimum: 10+ Seeds
Tall Tropical Grass with Sweet Stalks
Grow your own natural source of sweetness with Saccharum officinarum, commonly known as sugar cane. This tall, tropical grass produces thick, juicy stalks packed with natural sugars. Perfect for edible landscaping, permaculture gardens, or homegrown sugar production.
🌱 Why You’ll Love It:
🍬 Naturally sweet stalks ideal for fresh juice or homemade sugar
🌞 Thrives in warm, sunny climates with plenty of water
🌿 Adds a dramatic tropical look to gardens and landscapes
♻️ Excellent for permaculture systems as a renewable sugar source
🐝 Supports pollinators and beneficial insects around your garden
🌿 Best Uses:
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Edible landscaping and tropical-themed gardens
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Permaculture and sustainable gardening projects
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Fresh sugar cane juice and homemade sweeteners
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Privacy screens or natural windbreaks due to tall growth
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Companion planting to improve soil and microclimate
🌱 Planting & Growing Info:
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Botanical Name: Saccharum officinarum
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Plant Type: Perennial tropical grass
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Growth Habit: Tall, upright stalks up to 8–12 feet (2.5–3.5 meters)
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Light: Full sun for best growth
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Soil: Rich, well-drained soil with consistent moisture
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Water: Requires regular watering, especially in dry periods
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Temperature: Prefers warm climates above 70°F (21°C)
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Propagation: Planting stalk cuttings or seeds in warm soil
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Growth Rate: Fast-growing under ideal conditions
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USDA Zones: 9–11, grown as an annual or container plant in cooler areas
🌿 Care Tips:
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Provide plenty of sunlight and consistent moisture
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Use organic compost or fertilizer to promote healthy stalk growth
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Mulch to retain soil moisture and suppress weeds
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Harvest stalks when mature and juicy, typically 10–18 months after planting
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Protect from frost and cold temperatures in cooler climates
Grow your own sweet harvest with Sugar Cane Organic Seeds and enjoy fresh, natural sweetness straight from your garden. It’s a rewarding crop for gardeners looking to combine beauty, utility, and sustainability.