Xanadoo
HOW TO GROW CORN, SWEET
Sweet corn takes about 14 days to emerge from 50°F soils but only about 5 days to emerge at 70°F. Direct sow in mid May in the Midwestern U.S., in mid April in milder climates. Direct sow as early as mid February with row cover in mild temperate climates. In regions with short growing seasons, start indoors two plants per cell 2-4 weeks before last frost, plant out 0–2 weeks after frost. Some soak seeds in water tepid for an hour or two before planting. If cool and wet, plant shallow 1 to 1-1/2”. If hot and dry plant 2–3”. Plant in blocks to ensure the best wind pollination. Do not soak seeds before sowing. Open pollinated corn varies more than hybrids. Soil pH 5.8-7.0. Hardiness zones 4-8. Annual.
Days from maturity calculated from the date of seeding. Average 120–156 seeds per ounce, about 10–15 pounds per acre. Average 29M seeds per acre, ranges from 28M to 45M per acre. Federal germination standard: 75%. Usual seed life: 5-10 years. Isolation distance for seed saving: 2 miles.
Planting Depth 1-2”
Soil Temp. Germ. 55–65˚F
Days to Germ. 4-14
Plant Spacing 10-12”
Row Spacing 30-36”
Days To Maturity 82
Full Sun, Moist Well Drained
Days from maturity calculated from the date of seeding. Average 120–156 seeds per ounce, about 10–15 pounds per acre. Average 29M seeds per acre, ranges from 28M to 45M per acre. Federal germination standard: 75%. Usual seed life: 5-10 years. Isolation distance for seed saving: 2 miles.
Planting Depth 1-2”
Soil Temp. Germ. 55–65˚F
Days to Germ. 4-14
Plant Spacing 10-12”
Row Spacing 30-36”
Days To Maturity 82
Full Sun, Moist Well Drained
Xanadoo Seed Count
.25 Pound ≈ 630 seeds
- 100 Seeds$4.10
- 1/4 lb$18.50
This open-pollinated, savable, bi-color sweet corn was developed by Jonathan Spero of Lupine Knoll Farm. It has a longer harvest window and is notably sweeter than other open-pollinated sweet corns. Plants are 6’ tall, with two 2 long ears each, and are selected for organic production without high fertility input, m...
This open-pollinated, savable, bi-color sweet corn was developed by Jonathan Spero of Lupine Knoll Farm. It has a longer harvest window and is notably sweeter than other open-pollinated sweet corns. Plants are 6’ tall, with two 2 long ears each, and are selected for organic production without high fertility input, making them vigorously resilient. This is an Open Source Seed Initiative variety. Tags: Type: Sweet, Color: Bi-Colored, Size: Large, Heritage: Open Source OSSI, Season: Summer.
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We promote fair trade, organic practices and environmental responsibility throughout the Restoration Seeds supply chain. Below are the family farmers and seed suppliers who bring our open pollinated seeds to you.
Strong Roots
Certified Organic by CCOF
Seed grower since 2004
Strong Roots Farm grows certified organic seed, produce, and garden starts in Mendocino County, California. Seeds from the farm go to other seed companies, and are sold through northern California retail outlets and online as Open Circle Seeds.
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