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Corn - Anasazi

Corn - Anasazi

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Corn – Anasazi 

(NOT to WA, TAS & NT)

Key Features:

  • Heirloom Variety – An ancient American multi-coloured corn variety.
  • Tall & Productive – Grows up to 200cm with an average of 2 cobs per plant.
  • Sweet & Colourful – Kernels start yellow with some white (best for eating) and transform into a mix of yellow, white, blue, and red when dried.
  • NOT AVAILABLE FOR WA OR NT due to quarantine restrictions.

How to Grow Corn from Seed

Best Time to Sow:

  • Corn is a warm-season crop and should be sown when frost risks have passed.
  • Check the ideal sowing period for your climate before planting.

Soil Preparation:

  • Choose a full sun location with at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.
  • Prepare well-drained, nutrient-rich soil by adding aged manure or compost.
  • Keep the area free from weeds before planting.

Sowing Instructions:

  • Sow seeds directly into the garden at 20mm deep and 30cm apart, with rows spaced 75cm apart.
  • Block Planting Method: Corn is wind-pollinated, so plant in blocks rather than long rows for better pollination.
  • Maintain moist (but not soggy) soil to encourage germination, which takes 5-14 days at 16-35°C soil temperature.
  • Protect young seedlings from pests, pets, and extreme weather.

Growing Tips:

  • Watering: Deeply water when the soil is dry 5cm below the surface. Water in the early morning or late afternoon to prevent fungal diseases.
  • Fertilising: If soil is poor, apply a balanced vegetable fertiliser:
    • Slow-release fertiliser at transplanting or when seedlings are 5-10cm tall.
    • Liquid fertiliser during flowering and cob formation.

Harvesting & Storage:

For Sweet Corn:

  • Ready to harvest when:
    • The silks turn brown and dry.
    • Kernels exude milky juice when pierced.
  • Harvest: Firmly hold the cob, pull downwards, and twist off.
  • Storage:
    • Best eaten fresh after harvest.
    • Can be stored short-term in the fridge, husked or un-husked.
    • For long-term storage, blanch and freeze the kernels.

For Maize:

  • Ready to harvest when:
    • The silks and husks turn brown and dry.
  • Harvest: Pull the cobs downward while twisting to remove.
  • Drying & Storage:
    • Hang cobs or place them on a wire rack in a bright, well-ventilated area for 2-3 weeks.
    • Store dried cobs in a cool, dry place, or remove kernels and store them in an airtight container.

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