20 Seeds Oryza sativa Magic Rice of Assam Heirloom Rice Variety Easy To Grow

Oryza sativa 'Magic Rice of Assam' is a traditional heirloom rice variety prized for its adaptability and ornamental value, offering gardeners a unique grain crop with both visual and culinary appeal.
This rice thrives in warm, moist conditions and can be grown in paddies, containers, or water gardens, where its grassy foliage and arching seed heads add texture and movement to the landscape. The grains can be harvested for home milling or cooking, making it a rewarding project for those interested in heirloom grains and self-sufficient growing.
Species: Oryza sativa
Variety: Magic Rice of Assam
Type: Annual grass
Plant_Habit: Upright, clumping
Sun: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Moist, fertile, clay or loam; can be grown in shallow water
Days_to_Harvest: 100-140
Zones: 5-11, grown as annual in cooler zones
Germination: 7-21 days
Sowing: Start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost or direct sow into warm, wet soil
Spacing: 6-12 inches apart
Notes: Keep soil consistently wet; supports water garden or paddy culture