Zea mays
AII-time favorite bicolor sweet corn. Produces abundant big ears of luscious, creamy-white and golden-yellow kernels that satisfy both yellow and white corn lovers. These vigorous & productive plants ripen their succulent well-filled ears early in the season & stay sweet & tender for extended harvesting. Harvest in 75 days.
Light | Full sun |
Row spacing | 2.5-3 feet |
Plant spacing | 12 inches |
Planting depth | 1 inch |
Days to germination | 7-10 |
Days to harvest | 72-75 |
Gardener’s Notes: Plant in late spring, only after soil is warm and night temperatures are above 55 degrees Fahrenheit (13 degrees Celsius). Corn needs full sun and very fertile soil. For good pollinations, plant in blocks of at least four shorter rows rather than fewer long rows. Thin seedlings to stand one foot apart. Sow more seed 2 weeks later for successive harvests. Water regularly and fertilize monthly. Harvest well-filled out ears when silks turn brown and feel dry.