Illini Xtra Sweet Corn Seeds

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Illini Xtra Sweet Corn

SKU: CN16-50

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Country Of Origin: USA USA

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Price: $4.00

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87 days. Zea mays. (F1) Illini Xtra Sweet Corn. The plant produces good yields of 7 to 8" long ears of golden yellow corn. The ears have 14 to 16 rows of tender kernels. This variety retains sweetness twice as long as regular corn. Excellent canning and freezing variety. This is a Supersweet Variety. An excellent choice for home gardens, farmer’s markets, and market growers. A variety from the USA.

Note: Do Not Plant in Cold, Wet Soil

Lot No: R

Germination: 85%

Test Date: 05/24

Seeds Per Pound: 1,600

Plant Height: 7 to 8 ft tall

Planting Season: Spring/Summer

Sunlight Requirement: Full Sun

Planting Method: Direct Sow

Corn Zea mays

Seed Depth

Soil Temp. for Germination

Days to Germination

Sunlight Requirements

Planting Time

1 - 1 1/2"

above 60 F

7 to 10 days

Full Sun

Spring

USDA Hardiness Zone

Seed Spacing

Row Spacing

Space After Thinning

Days to Harvest

N/A

8 - 12"

36 - 42"

8 - 12"

65 - 120 days

Corn Seed Planting Information:

Corn likes hot summers. Corn should be planted in specific patterns and distances, and separated by rows. Plant seeds directly in the garden. Plant your seeds 2 weeks after last frost date and when soil has warmed up. Corn needs warm soil to germinate. The seeds may rot if the soil is too cool. Soil temperature needs to be higher than 60 F. Plant the seeds in blocks of at least 3 rows in each direction as corn is pollinated by the wind. Planting in blocks also protects stalks from damage from high winds. Plants can grow 3 to 8 ft tall.

Warning: Do not plant in cold wet soil or you may experience poor germination!

Soil Requirements:

Requires well loose rich soil in a well drained location in the garden. Apply much and grass clippings, or straw around base of plant.

Water Requirements:

Water during dry and hot spells.

Fertilizer Requirements:

Use RootBlast, Vegetable Alive, and Slow Release Fertilizer when transplanting outdoors. Periodically apply Miracle Gro. Side dress with 33-0-0 plant food.

Harvest Tips:

Carefully pull back the husk to see if kernels are fully formed. Use a sharp knife to remove corn from stalks.

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