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Baby Corn Seeds – Growing Guide

Key Attributes

Product Name: Baby Corn Seeds
Type: Open-pollinated or hybrid (variety dependent)
Growth Habit: Tall, upright stalks
Mature Height: 4-7 feet
Days to Maturity: 55-65 days (harvested early before pollination)
Cob Size: 2-4 inches when harvested as baby corn
Flavor Profile: Mildly sweet and tender
Hardiness: Warm-season crop, frost-sensitive
Light Requirements: Full sun (6-8 hours daily)
Soil Requirements: Well-drained, fertile soil (pH 6.0-6.8), rich in organic matter
Uses: Stir-fries, salads, pickling, and fresh snacking

Planting Instructions

Direct Sowing (Recommended for Best Growth)

• Sow seeds outdoors after the last frost when soil temperatures reach at least 60°F (16°C).
• Plant seeds 1 inch deep, spacing them 6-8 inches apart in rows 24-30 inches apart.
• For continuous harvests, plant in successive batches every 2-3 weeks.

Indoor Sowing (For Early Start in Short Growing Seasons)

• Start seeds indoors 2-3 weeks before the last frost.
• Use biodegradable pots to minimize transplant shock.
• Transplant when seedlings are 4-6 inches tall and nighttime temperatures remain above 55°F (13°C).

Care & Maintenance

• Watering: Keep soil consistently moist but avoid waterlogging. Water deeply at the base.
• Fertilization: Apply a nitrogen-rich fertilizer at planting and again when plants reach 12 inches tall.
• Mulching: Use mulch to retain soil moisture and suppress weeds.
• Pollination: Baby corn is harvested before pollination, so spacing close together can increase yield efficiency.

Harvesting

• Harvest baby corn 1-3 days after the silks appear while the ears are still immature and tender.
• Pick regularly to encourage additional cobs.
• Do not allow pollination if growing specifically for baby corn, as mature kernels will form and change texture.

Pest & Disease Control

• Common Pests: Corn earworms, aphids, and cutworms—use neem oil or row covers.
• Common Diseases: Rust and smut—ensure good airflow and rotate crops annually.