Planting Corn Seeds

• Corn seed is very easy to direct sow. For Zones 9 and 10, sow seeds in deeply irrigated soils to guarantee even and quick germination. Plant seeds every 3”, thinning later to 6” apart.
• Fertilize regularly with an organic liquid fertilizer once the seedlings have germinated and are about 4” tall.
• If transplanting out, plant in the garden when it is 6-7” tall. Space at least 6” apart. Plant in full sun.

Succession Planting Corn

• Plant every 10-days for a continuous crop to harvest.

Growing Corn

• For healthy kernel development, you must ensure good pollination. Pollination happens when pollen from the tassels falls onto the silks. To ensure this, corn must be planted in blocks, and you must plant at least 10 plants to get a good yield. Plants can be grown very close together if you are planting in a small space.
• Corn requires adequate moisture and moderately fertile soil to produce a healthy crop. Side dress with a granular organic fertilizer if you believe your soil has low fertility.