(Zea mays) Introduced in 1890 by S. D. Woodruff & Sons of Orange, Connecticut. Standard late-season white corn with narrow “shoe peg” (non-rowed) kernels. Tapered 7-8" ears grow on 7-8' stalks that often produce two ears. Home garden variety for fresh use
or canning. 88-92 days.
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DIRECT SEED
4" Apart |
GERMINATION
4-21 days |
ROWS APART
36-48" |
LIGHT
Full Sun |
Green Thumb Tip
Sow seeds outdoors 1" deep after danger of frost has passed. For good pollination and full ears, plant in blocks of 3-6 rows instead of one long row. Thin seedlings to 8" apart. Corn is a heavy feeder and does best in well-drained fertile soil with plenty of water.