{"product_id":"corn-peaches-cream-hybrid","title":"Corn, Peaches \u0026 Cream Hybrid","description":"\u003cp\u003eHow to Sow and Plant\u003cbr\u003eGrowing corn is easy provided you have enough space and plenty of sun. Corn is wind-pollinated, so you need to plant in blocks to ensure pollination. You should have a minimum 10 foot by 10 foot area. The exception to this rule is ‘On Deck’ corn, which has been bred to grow in containers. \u003cbr\u003eIsolate corn varieties when recommended (Sh2s), by planting corn seeds at least 250 feet apart, or select varieties that mature at least 2 weeks apart so they will not cross pollinate.\u003cbr\u003eWhen choosing a site for corn, plant on the north side of your garden so the tall plants do not shade other plants in your vegetable garden.\u003cbr\u003eCorn is a warm season crop and should not be planted in cool soils. The non Sh2 varieties tend to be more tolerant of cool soils, but in general the soil should be about 65 degrees F or warmer.\u003cbr\u003eSow corn seed 1 inch deep, 5 to 6 inches apart in rows 2 to 3 feet apart.\u003cbr\u003eSeedlings emerge in 7-14 days.\u003cbr\u003eWhen corn seedlings are 3-5 inches tall and healthy, thin to 1 foot apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow to Grow\u003cbr\u003eKeep weeds under control during the growing season. Weeds compete with plants for water, space and nutrients, so control them by either cultivating often or use a mulch to prevent their seeds from germinating.\u003cbr\u003eKeep plants well watered during dry periods to promote uninterrupted growth. Corn needs 1-2 inches of rain per week for best production. Use a rain gauge to check to see if you need to add water. Corn is also a heavy feeder and will benefit from side dressings of fertilizer applied as directed through the growing season.\u003cbr\u003eMonitor for pests and diseases. Check with your local Cooperative Extension Service for pest controls recommended for your area.\u003cbr\u003eSuckers tend to form at the base of the plants; they help support the stalks and make food for the plant. The stalks may have to be staked in windy areas, but in general they are self-supporting.\u003cbr\u003eSunflowers are good companion plant for corns. Direct sow sunflowers in rows parallel to corn rows to help separate corn varieties that need isolation from each other. Choose sunflower varieties of comparable height to the corn plantings. The sunflower border, with vibrant hues in russets to golden-yellow, will add sparkle next to the almost all-green corn plot. The ‘Three Sisters’ (corn, bean and squash) are traditional companion plantings with Native American gardeners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTips\u003cbr\u003eEars of corn are ready to harvest about 17-20 days after the silks appear. The kernels should be firm. Open an ear and pierce a kernel with your fingernail. If the liquid is watery, the corn is not ripe yet. It should be milky. If it is creamy, it is overripe and will not taste as sweet.\u003cbr\u003eFirmly grip the ear and twist downward to harvest. Take care not to break the plant when harvesting the first ear, or the second ear will not develop. Most corn produces two ears.\u003cbr\u003eStore unhusked corn in the fridge and consume as soon as possible. Sh2 and SE varieties keep the longest in the fridge, up to one week.\u003cbr\u003eCorn freezes well after blanching and may also be canned using a pressure cooker. Immature ears may be pickled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Haiyiplants","offers":[{"title":"30 Seeds","offer_id":51778937782589,"sku":null,"price":4.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"50 Seeds","offer_id":51778937815357,"sku":null,"price":6.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100 Seeds","offer_id":51778937848125,"sku":null,"price":10.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200 Seeds","offer_id":51778937880893,"sku":null,"price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0107\/1487\/3956\/files\/1_26f5ac4d-069a-431c-b2ac-73de361cd8b4.jpg?v=1780322141","url":"https:\/\/seedsplant.com\/products\/corn-peaches-cream-hybrid","provider":"Seedsplant","version":"1.0","type":"link"}