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Whether you garden in the ground, in raised beds, on the patio, or anywhere else, sorghum is a great addition or re-addition to your plant family. Read on for simple, straightforward specifics about growing sorghum, also known as jowar. Jump to: Family | Container Size | Good Companions | Bad Companions | Soil Conditions | Germination | Sun | Water | Temperature Range | Height | Lifespan | Reproduction | Yield Per Plant | Ingestibility | Further Reading What Family Does Sorghum Belong To? Sorghum ( Sorghum spp. , most commonly Sorghum bicolor ) belongs to the Poaceae family , also known as the grass family . Some of its relatives include oats , corn, and lemongrass. What Size Container Should I Use for Growing Sorghum? The minimum container size recommended for sorghum is 15 gallons. Learn more in our Choosing the Right Planter for Your Container Garden article here. What Are Good Companion Plants for Sorghum? Some of sorghum's best companions are as