What is the best month to plant sesame?

When to plant sesame

Sesame is generally suitable for planting in late spring and early summer, which is approximately between May and June. Planting is usually completed by July at the latest. Its planting method is seed sowing.

Planting time in the north and south : There is generally no difference in the time suitable for planting sesame in the south and the north, and it is more suitable to plant around May.

Greenhouse planting time : Sesame can generally be planted in a greenhouse, and the time for greenhouse planting and open-air planting is concentrated between May and June each year.

Sesame Origin and Planting Month

Common producing areas of sesame include Hubei, Anhui, Jiangxi, Hebei, etc.

Hubei Sesame

Hubei sesame is generally planted in April every year. It matures relatively early and is usually available on the market in June. The yield of Hubei sesame is relatively high.

Anhui sesame

Anhui grows sesame in May every year. The climate here is suitable for the growth of sesame, so the quality of Anhui sesame is very good.

Sesame varieties and planting months

The varieties of sesame generally include white sesame, black sesame, variegated sesame, and yellow and white sesame.

White sesame

White sesame is more suitable for planting in May, and it matures around July. White sesame is characterized by its rich flavor and is suitable for making pastries.

Black sesame

Black sesame is generally planted in June every year. It has medicinal value. In addition to making pastries, it can also be used as medicine to treat diseases.