4 to 5 seeds/gram. When planting in rows, space the seed 10-15cm (4-6") apart, later thinning to 20-30cm (8-12") apart with the rows 55-75cm (22-30") apart. To ensure proper pollination, plant at least 3 to 4 rows. Corn can also be planted with 3 to 4 seeds per hill in hills spaced 30cm (12") apart. Plant 250 gr (1/2lb) to a 30m (100') row; 4.5-6.8kg (10-15lbs) per acre. Work in a good general vegetable fertilizer at planting, keep weeds under control and the soil evenly watered through the season.
Sow only when soils have warmed to 18C. Some years this happens in mid May, other years we need to wait until late May or early June.
Life Cycle: Annual
Propagation: Sow Direct
Days to Emergence: 10
Light: Full Sun
Growth Habit: Sturdy
Height: Tall (> 70 cm)
Frost Tolerance: Frost Tender
Days to Harvest: 72
Degree of Difficulty: Easy
Heritage: Heirloom
Family Name: Poaceae
Latin: Zea mays
Sow only when soils have warmed to 18C. Some years this happens in mid May, other years we need to wait until late May or early June.
Life Cycle: Annual
Propagation: Sow Direct
Days to Emergence: 10
Light: Full Sun
Growth Habit: Sturdy
Height: Tall (> 70 cm)
Frost Tolerance: Frost Tender
Days to Harvest: 72
Degree of Difficulty: Easy
Heritage: Heirloom
Family Name: Poaceae
Latin: Zea mays