How long does it take corn to grow after planting?

Gardeners usually plant corn (Zea mays) 10 days to three weeks after the last spring frost, when the soil temperature begins to warm. If corn is planted when the soil temperature is 60 F, then corn sprouts typically break the soil surface in 10 days to two weeks.

How much corn do you get from one plant?

One corn plant, given adequate growing conditions, will produce between two and four ears of corn. Early varieties produce fewer, while later-maturing types produce slightly more. How much corn you get will largely depend on how well you take care of the crop.

How long does it take for corn to grow to 6?

The plants grow to a height of 6 feet tall, with ears that are 8.5 inches long. At 70 days to maturity, the corn will be ready to harvest at just a little over two months after planting.

Can I plant corn in March?

Though some think we’re in a long-term cycle of warming, odds still favor a return to lower temperatures after planting if planting is done during warm weather in March. If such cooling is not accompanied by rainfall, then the seeds will survive for weeks until temperatures rise and the plants can emerge.

How tall should my corn be right now?

4-7 feet
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Can I plant sweet corn in April?

Sweet corn performs best in fertile, well-drained soils in full sun. Standard sweet corn (su) varieties may be planted in late April in central Iowa. It’s generally recommended that sugar enhanced (se) varieties be planted 1 week later than standard sweet corn varieties.

How much should you water corn?

Corn needs about 1 inch of water a week, particularly when the stalks begin to tassel. Water stress during pollination will result in ears with lots of missing kernels, so don’t skip watering your corn patch. Apply water at the soil surface by using a soaker hose or drip irrigation.