Plant Name: Corn
| Sunlight(?) | Full sun (6-8 hours) |
| Days To Maturity(?) | 50-75 |
| Planting Season(?) | Spring, Summer |
| Temperature(?) | 65-85°F (18-29°C) |
| Seeds Or Seedlings(?) | Both can be used (Buy Seeds) |
| Container Size(?) | 25 gallon (24-inch) (Buy Now) |
| Support Needed(?) | No |
| Potting Soil(?) | Regular (Buy Now) |
| Watering Needs(?) | Regular |
| Fertilizer(?) | Nitrogen-rich during foliage (Buy Now) Potassium-rich during corn growth (Buy Now) |
| Pests(?) | Corn earworm, European corn borer, armyworms |
| Diseases(?) | Corn smut, anthracnose |
How To Grow
- Container Size: Choose large containers with a minimum diameter of 24 inches and a depth of at least 24 inches to accommodate corn’s tall growth and deep root system.
- Soil: Fill the containers with a nutrient-rich potting mix supplemented with compost or aged manure to provide adequate fertility.
- Variety Selection: Look for dwarf or compact corn varieties suitable for container growing, such as ‘Golden Midget’ or ‘On Deck Hybrid.’
- Location: Place the containers in a sunny location with at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily.
- Planting: Sow corn seeds directly into the containers, spacing them according to the variety’s recommendations. Plant seeds at a depth of 1-2 inches.
- Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, especially during hot weather. Corn requires regular watering to support its growth.
- Fertilizing: Fertilize corn plants regularly with a balanced liquid fertilizer or slow-release granules formulated for vegetables, following package instructions.
- Pollination: Corn plants rely on wind for pollination, so growing them in containers may limit pollination. To aid pollination, gently shake the containers when the plants are producing pollen.
- Maintenance: Monitor the plants for pests like corn earworms and diseases such as corn smut. Treat any issues promptly with organic remedies.
Fact Checked, Written, and Published by Kevin Rodrigues
Kevin is the founder of Gardening Mentor, a website that aims to teach people to grow their own food in a limited space. As a self-taught gardener, Kevin has spent several years growing plants and creating gardening content on the website. He is certified in Home Horticulture and Organic Gardening from Oregon State University. He has a Post Graduate Diploma in Horticulture and Landscape Gardening from Mumbai University.
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