How to Grow Sesame from Seed

Sesame is one seed that is normally produced in the deserts. This is the reason why when we say that they can endure drought we actually mean it. Sesame can also be described as a tropical yearly herb, which grows to a maximum height of around 2 feet. Its leaves come out from a stem, which is square shaped in cross section. The Latin name of sesame is Sesamum indicum. It belongs to the Pedaliaceae family. It needs to be acknowledged in this context that growing this herb from its seed is a bit challenging prospect. It is normally grown in the hot season. You need full solar exposure for the same.

Timing
You need to sow the sesame seeds indoors. This needs to be done around 4 to 6 weeks prior to the last frost date on an average.
You should transplant them under the cover for a similar period following the final frost date for the year. You should do away with the cover at some time between mid-May and early-June. This should be done only when the night time temperatures start to get on the warmer side. The day of maturity depends on the date of transplant. These seeds do not always respond properly to direct sowing.

Conclusion
You need to cover the seeds lightly with a soil-starter mix that is sterilized by nature. You should keep it moist till germination happens. You should never keep the seeds in an environment that is highly damp. Also make sure that you are not watering the seedlings more than what is needed for such a purpose. After they sprout you need not water for more than once in 7 days till the time they are transplanted. The best soil temperature for germination is 21 degrees Celsius. At the time of growing you should try and increase warmth around the plants. The crop should ideally be harvested during the end of August.