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Job's Tears (Coix lacryma-jobi) – 15 Seeds
Job's Tears (Coix lacryma-jobi) – 15 Seeds
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Job's tears growing facts
| Botanical name | Coix lacryma-jobi |
|---|---|
| Plant type | Annual grass (tender perennial in zones 9–10) |
| When to sow | 2 weeks after last frost in warm soil |
| Sowing depth | 1/2–1 inch |
| Spacing | 12–18 inches apart |
| Germination | 2–4 weeks; soak seeds 24 hours first |
| Sun | Full sun to partial shade |
| Days to harvest | About 120–150 days for mature seeds |
| Height | 3–6 feet |
| Seeds per pack | 15 |
| Shipping | Ships from Texas within 1–2 business days |
Grow your own Job’s Tears (Coix lacryma-jobi) plants with these high-quality seeds, perfect for both gardeners and craft enthusiasts. This versatile grass produces elegant, tall stalks adorned with distinctive tear-shaped seeds that can be used for decorative crafts, jewelry, rosaries, or polished for ornamental displays. In many parts of Asia, Job’s Tears is also grown as a grain and used in teas, soups, and porridges. Easy to cultivate in warm, moist soil, this heat-loving, frost-tender plant should be sown after the last frost (once the soil is warm). Soak seeds for 24 hours before planting. It yields a graceful and productive plant that enhances any garden while providing a sustainable source of unique beads.
Job's tears FAQ
Do I need to soak the seeds?
Yes, soaking the hard seeds in warm water for about 24 hours speeds germination.
When should I plant it?
Sow 2 weeks after last frost once the soil is warm. It likes heat and moist soil; in cold regions, start indoors 4–6 weeks early.
When are the beads ready?
Harvest when the bead-like seeds turn hard and shiny gray, white, or brown in late summer to fall.
Can I grow it in a container?
Yes, in a 5-gallon or larger pot kept evenly moist.
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Good germination so far. Excited to grow these in my raised beds this season.
Seeds looked fresh and germinated well for me. Packaging was careful and clear.
Good germination so far. Excited to grow these in my raised beds this season.